[Cocaine-induced acute CNS diseases].
Drug-associated/-induced neurological complications are well known in the literature. Cocaine is of major interest due to its widespread use. On the basis of a case report, we discuss the broad spectrum of medical and, in particular, neurological complications. The risk of cerebrovascular damage and epileptic seizures is indicated. The pathophysiological mechanisms of cerebrovascular complications are not well understood.
Scheid
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Neurologische Abteilung, Rheinische Kliniken, Bonn.
Schindler
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Biniek
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D001925:Brain Damage, Chronic / Q000139:chemically induced* / Q000175:diagnosis; D002561:Cerebrovascular Disorders / Q000139:chemically induced / Q000175:diagnosis; D019970:Cocaine-Related Disorders / Q000175:diagnosis*; D006801:Humans; D011379:Prognosis; D012640:Seizures / Q000139:chemically induced / Q000175:diagnosis