Fatal drug overdoses in healthcare workers: A thematic framework analysis of coroner reports
Abstract Background and aims Healthcare workers face specific vulnerabilities for drug overdose due to their unique access to medications, clinical knowledge and work‐related stress. This study aimed to understand the characteristics of fatal overdoses in healthcare workers with a view to providing guidance for preventative strategies.
Thikra Algahtani+6 more
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Ketamine-From an Anesthetic to a Psychiatric Drug: Mechanisms of Action, Clinical Applications and Potential Risks. [PDF]
Gibuła-Tarłowska E+5 more
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Abstract Background and aim There is growing evidence of counterfeit benzodiazepine products containing other substances, including non‐regulated benzodiazepine‐type new psychoactive substances (NPSs). This study sought to compare detections of seized suspect counterfeit alprazolam products with clinical cases that reported use of an alprazolam ...
Rebekka Syrjanen+8 more
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Effective Use of Topical Ketamine in Managing Acute Post-Operative Pain Following Fournier's Gangrene Surgery: A Case Report. [PDF]
Srinivasan A, Dow M, Santos RBD, Ayad S.
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Abstract Background and aims Alcohol and other drug use is common in early adulthood; however, research on contemporary polysubstance use patterns—defined as use of multiple psychoactive substances—and their associated factors is limited. This study aimed to identify groups with differing polysubstance use patterns and to examine associations with ...
Margaret M. Brennan+12 more
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Successful Treatment of Functional Neurologic Symptom Disorder (Conversion Disorder) With Subdissociative Dose Ketamine in the Emergency Department. [PDF]
Kimata AR, Cameron-Burr KT, Wilson T.
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Management of xylazine toxicity, overdose, dependence, and withdrawal: A systematic review
Abstract Background and Objectives Xylazine, an alpha‐2‐adrenergic agonist, has been increasingly implicated in substance use and overdose crises. However, little is known about its effects on humans. With the growing public health crisis surrounding xylazine, it has become important to recognize and promptly manage symptoms of xylazine toxicity ...
Philipa Owusu‐Antwi+4 more
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Metabolic patterns of new psychoactive substances: Methyl-ketamine and 2-oxo-PCE in rats using UHPLC-QTOF analysis. [PDF]
Cai YG+6 more
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Day‐Case Laparoscopic Hysterectomy: A Successful Pilot in Regional New Zealand
ABSTRACT We conducted a day‐case total laparoscopic hysterectomy service improvement project at Nelson Public Hospital, New Zealand, in August and September, 2024. A retrospective analysis was performed, and a voluntary patient questionnaire administered, at the 4‐week postoperative review.
Ben McLaughlin+2 more
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Structural Domination and Contradictory Socialization1
Constellations, EarlyView.
Antoine Louette
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