| Literature DB >> 15550287 |
William C Wadland1, Gary S Ferenchick.
Abstract
Greater risks exist for medical comorbidities in persons with addictive disorders. Clinicians should screen for early comorbidities such as hepatitis C and HIV. During acute intoxications and overdoses, patients are at greater risk for major respiratory and cardiac events. Long-term management of persons with addictions and medical disorders requires integrative care programs involving comprehensive primary and psychiatric care.Entities:
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Year: 2004 PMID: 15550287 DOI: 10.1016/j.psc.2004.06.006
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Psychiatr Clin North Am ISSN: 0193-953X