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Leukoencephalopathy and raised brain lactate from heroin vapor inhalation ("chasing the dragon")

Authors :
Kriegstein, A. R.
Shungu, D. C.
Millar, W. S.
Armitage, B. A.
Brust, J. C.
Chillrud, S.
Goldman, J.
Lynch, T.
Source :
Neurology (Ovid); November 1999, Vol. 53 Issue: 8 p1765-1773, 9p
Publication Year :
1999

Abstract

Inhalation of heated heroin vapor ("chasing the dragon"), which is gaining popularity among drug users seeking to avoid the risks of parenteral drug administration, can produce progressive spongiform leukoencephalopathy.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00283878 and 1526632X
Volume :
53
Issue :
8
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Neurology (Ovid)
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
ejs49028768