The Cardiovascular Effects of Cocaine.
review · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.jacc.2017.05.014.
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Abstract
Cocaine is the leading cause for drug-abuse-related visits to emergency departments, most of which are due to cardiovascular complaints. Through its diverse pathophysiological mechanisms, cocaine exerts various adverse effects on the cardiovascular system, many times with grave results. Described here are the varied cardiovascular effects of cocaine, areas of controversy, and therapeutic options.
Medical subject headings
- Cardiovascular Diseases
- Cocaine
- Substance-Related Disorders