Inhalant Abuse of Ethyl Chloride Spray: A Case Report.
Fortschr Neurol Psychiatr
; 89(7-08): 382-384, 2021 Jul.
Article
em En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-34237782
ABSTRACT
Ethyl chloride spray, which is usually used to relieve pain after injuries, is increasingly being used as a sniffing alternative. The number of people using this is rising due to its easy availability, cost-effectiveness and legality. The high lipid solubility of ethyl chloride leads to a rapid absorption of it in the lungs. However, data on the biotransformation of ethyl chloride in humans are sparse. We present the case of a 53-year-old male who had been inhaling ethyl chloride up to 3 times a week since 25 years, and describe his symptoms and the circumstances of abuse. This should help raise awareness of this issue so that abuse can be recognized early and rapid action taken.
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Coleções:
01-internacional
Base de dados:
MEDLINE
Contexto em Saúde:
2_ODS3
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8_ODS3_consumo_sustancias_psicoactivas
Problema de saúde:
2_sustancias_psicoativas
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8_inhalant_related_disorders
Assunto principal:
Cloreto de Etil
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Abuso de Inalantes
Limite:
Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Fortschr Neurol Psychiatr
Ano de publicação:
2021
Tipo de documento:
Article
País de afiliação:
Alemanha