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Acute liver injury and pulmonary embolism secondary to nitrous oxide inhalation: A case report

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Nitrous oxide is an inhalational anesthetic with a high abuse potential. Its increased abuse in recent times has been associated with adverse effects of myeloneuropathy, venous thrombosis, myocardial infarction, and pneumothorax. We report a case of a 36-year-old male who presented with acute onset chest pain following inhalation of nitrous oxide. Upon admission, the patient had sinus tachycardia and icterus on physical examination.

Source: Journal of Clinical Images and Medical Case Reports

DOI: 10.52768/2766-7820/3350

Author: Mahyar Toofantabrizi

Institution: MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center

Language: English

Topic: Drug-Induced Hepatotoxicity and Protection

Subfield: Pharmacology

Field: Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W4409902899