Historique
Article de Périodique
'Popper'-induced vision loss (2013)
Auteur(s) :
KRILIS, M. ;
THOMPSON, J. ;
ATIK, A. ;
LUSTHAUS, J. ;
JANKELOWITZ, S.
Année
2013
Page(s) :
333-334
Sous-type de document :
Etude de cas / Case report
Langue(s) :
Anglais
Refs biblio. :
12
Domaine :
Drogues illicites / Illicit drugs
Discipline :
PRO (Produits, mode d'action, méthode de dépistage / Substances, action mode, screening methods)
Résumé :
Amyl nitrite 'poppers' are recreational drugs, which are a potent source of nitric oxide. The use of 'poppers' can cause psychoactive stimulation, reduced blood pressure, tachycardia and involuntary muscle relaxation. Their use is becoming increasingly common around the world, including approximately 60% of Australia's male homosexual community. We report the first case of 'popper'-induced vision loss in Australasia.
Affiliation :
Department of Neurology, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, Australia
Cote :
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