Cystitis due to the use of ketamine as a recreational drug: a case report
2008
Cystitis from Recreational Ketamine Use: A Case Report
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Colebunders Britt, Van Erps Peter
Primary Institution: University of Antwerp
Hypothesis
Is ketamine use associated with cystitis in young adults?
Conclusion
Cystitis caused by ketamine use is expected to become more common among young adults.
Supporting Evidence
- Only nine cases of ketamine-associated ulcerative cystitis have been previously reported.
- The patient had a 7-month history of urinary symptoms after starting ketamine.
- Ultrasound showed a thickened bladder wall and cystoscopy revealed mild inflammation.
Takeaway
A 20-year-old man developed bladder problems after using ketamine, a drug often used at parties. Doctors think more people might have similar issues as ketamine use increases.
Methodology
Case report detailing symptoms, examinations, and treatment of a patient using ketamine recreationally.
Limitations
The biopsies were not taken during an active episode of cystitis, which may affect findings.
Participant Demographics
One 20-year-old male patient.
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