Ketamine subcutaneous continuous infusion for depressive symptoms at home: A case report beyond pain use.
Palliative & Supportive Care October 1, 2024 Carolina Simões, Miguel Julião, Patrícia Calaveiras et al. 1 citation
Ketamine has been widely used in refractory pain as an opioid adjuvant. Evidence suggests that ketamine can also have an essential role in easing depressive symptoms. Its rapid onset of action makes it a valuable choice in palliative care. We present a case of a 70-year-old man with stage IV renal carcinoma and bone metastasis. The main symptoms included neuropathic pain, depression, and a...