ST elevation myocardial infarction in a young patient after ingestion of caffeinated energy drink and ecstasy
Year: 2012
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: BACKGROUND: Caffeinated energy drinks are widely used worldwide. They are associated with a variety of adverse effects and are of concern to health authorities, yet there is still scarce information about their adverse effects and inadequate awareness among medical personnel. METHODS: Case description and discussion of a patient presenting to the emergency room after overdose of energy drinks in combination with 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA). RESULTS: Despite best medical efforts, the patient died of fatal cardiac arrhythmias. There is a paucity of information about adverse effects of energy drinks. CONCLUSION: Although energy drinks are widely used, there is a lack of awareness in the population and medical staff about their hazards.
Institution: Rambam Health Care Campus
Language: English
Topic: Coffee research and impacts
Subfield: Pharmacology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W2142008584