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- Title
Subcutaneous Emphysema, Pneumothorax, Pneumomediastinum, and Pneumoperitoneum Following Synthetic Cannabinoid Toxicity in an Incarcerated Man.
- Authors
Gala, Zachary; Kravchenko, Timothy; Volk, Lindsey; Chatani, Praveen; Kar, Reema; Choron, Rachel L.
- Abstract
Background: Synthetic cannabinoids are a recreational drug that can cause toxicity with significant side effects. Case: We report a 21-year-old incarcerated male with a delayed presentation of pneumothorax, pneumomediastinum, and pneumoperitoneum following synthetic cannabinoid use with altered mental status. Discussion: This case not only highlights the need to consider pneumothorax when evaluating synthetic cannabinoid toxicity but it also emphasizes a vulnerable population (incarcerated individuals at risk for trauma, substance use disorders, and mental illness) who are at risk for delayed medical care and poor follow-up.
- Subjects
SUBCUTANEOUS emphysema; PNEUMOMEDIASTINUM; PNEUMOTHORAX; DRUGS of abuse; SYNTHETIC marijuana; PNEUMOPERITONEUM; MEDICAL care
- Publication
American Surgeon, 2023, Vol 89, Issue 11, p4967
- ISSN
0003-1348
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1177/00031348221142589