This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Unknown
The commonest side effect of cisplatin in a patient using it for esophageal carcinoma is- 
Select and explain. 
A. Acute tubular necrosis, B. Thrombocytopenia, C. Hepatic failure, D. Cardiomyopathy
A: Acute tubular necrosis
Answer: A: Acute tubular necrosis 
Explanation: Ans. is 'a' Acute tubular necrosis Cisplatinum causes Renal Toxicity by damaging tubular epithelial cells. (Tubular necrosis)Other important Adverse effects of CisplatinumTinnitus*Deafness*Neuropathy*Hyperuricemia*