| Literature DB >> 29607189 |
Leandra Grieve-Eglin1, Sohaib Haseeb2, Rachel Wamboldt2, Adrian Baranchuk2.
Abstract
Marijuana is considered a drug of low-toxicity, however its chronic and excessive use is regarded as a risk factor for general and cardiovascular health. Although investigated for therapeutic benefits, it can evoke electrocardiographic abnormalities in a dose-dependent manner. We report a case of a 54-year-old female who presented to the emergency department (ED) experiencing intermittent episodes of presyncope with tingling sensations around the left-side of the mouth and arm following acute inhalation of marijuana. Documented episodes of sinus arrest were noted.Entities:
Keywords: Marijuana; electrocardiographic findings; sinus arrest
Year: 2018 PMID: 29607189 PMCID: PMC5864665 DOI: 10.21037/jtd.2018.01.139
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Thorac Dis ISSN: 2072-1439 Impact factor: 2.895