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Bilateral globi pallidi infarctions from opioid and cocaine use

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The globi pallidi (GP) are paired structures present in the basal ganglia of the brain. Their primary function is to regulate motor movement. Due to their high metabolic activity, the GP are highly susceptible to injury from hypoxia and other metabolic insults. We report a case of bilateral GP infarction in a previously healthy 26 year old man due to opioid and cocaine use.

Source: The American Journal of Emergency Medicine

DOI: 10.1016/j.ajem.2025.03.047

Authors: Manvinder Toor, Casey Morris, Wesley Eilbert

Institution: University of Illinois Chicago

Language: English

Topic: Neurological and metabolic disorders

Subfield: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,980