The impact of ketamine on posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptomatology in trauma-exposed populations: a narrative review.
Journal of trauma and injury June 1, 2026 Minaal Ahmed Malik, Michele Halasa, Jack Chia et al.
Ketamine, an N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptor antagonist, is widely used in trauma and emergency medicine for its rapid analgesic and sedative properties. While its efficacy in acute pain management is well established, concerns persist regarding its long-term psychological effects, particularly its potential role in the development of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Some studies...