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Journal of Surgery and Medicine

ISSN 2602-2079

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Unmasking the psychiatric impact of ketamine in burn patients: Elevated risk of depression and acute stress reactions

Journal of Surgery and Medicine June 11, 2026 Davon Lee, Elizabeth Beyene, Da’Jhai Monroe et al.

Background/Aim: Ketamine is frequently administered for analgesia and sedation during burn dressing changes, but its potential psychological impact remains a concern. This study assessed whether ketamine exposure during early burn care is associated with subsequent depression, acute stress reaction (ASR), or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in patients with major burns. Methods: A...