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Dangers involved in rapid opioid detoxification while using opioid antagonists: dehydration and renal failure.

Authors :
Roozen, H. G.
Kan, R. de
Brink, W. van den
Kerkhof, B. J. F. M.
Geerlings, P. J.
Source :
Addiction; Aug2002, Vol. 97 Issue 8, p1071-1073, 3p, 1 Chart
Publication Year :
2002

Abstract

Presents a case of dehydration and renal insufficiency during rapid opioid detoxification without general anesthesia. Laboratory profile of the patient; Administration of opioid antagonist naltrexone; Presence of withdrawal symptoms.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
09652140
Volume :
97
Issue :
8
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Addiction
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
7711323
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1046/j.1360-0443.2002.00122.x