Abstract | BACKGROUND: CASE REPORT: CONCLUSIONS: A diagnosis of acute myocardial infarction should be seriously considered even in relatively young tobacco-smoking patients, especially after acute alcohol intoxication or cocaine, amphetamine or ephedrine exposure. It is very important to obtain a complete history of the use of such 'safe' drugs, which do not need to be administered by a doctor but may contain treacherous components. These data provide the necessary background for making an accurate diagnosis and appropriate decisions concerning therapy.
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Authors | Grzegorz Grześk, Gwidon Polak, Zofia Grabczewska, Jacek Kubica |
Journal | Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research
(Med Sci Monit)
Vol. 10
Issue 4
Pg. CS15-21
(Apr 2004)
ISSN: 1234-1010 [Print] United States |
PMID | 15039649
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
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Chemical References |
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Topics |
- Adult
- Coronary Angiography
- Electrocardiography
- Ephedrine
(adverse effects, therapeutic use)
- Humans
- Male
- Myocardial Infarction
(chemically induced, diagnostic imaging)
- Respiratory Tract Infections
(drug therapy)
- Smoking
(adverse effects)
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