Ecstasy induced pneumomediastinum.
K. Rezvani, Arvinder S Kurbaan, D. Brenton
Thorax September 1, 1996 DOI: 10.1136/thx.51.9.960 (opens in new tab) via OpenAlex
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractTwo people who used Ecstasy developed pneumomediastinum—air trapped in the chest cavity—a rare but serious complication. Both recovered without further problems. The cases highlight the need for awareness of this risk so that users can be diagnosed early and treated properly.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Case report Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Sample size | 2 |
| Population | People who used Ecstasy recreationally |
| Topics | MDMA Mescaline |
| Keywords | Pneumomediastinum Recreational drug Medicine |
| Citations | 19 |
| Key finding | Ecstasy use can cause pneumomediastinum, a condition that requires early diagnosis and appropriate management. |
Abstract
Two cases are reported of pneumomediastinum induced by the use of Ecstasy, a semi-synthetic hallucinogenic compound related to amphetamine and mescaline which has become established as a recreational drug in the UK since the late 1980s. Both cases recovered without incident, but it is important that the possible complications of this drug be publicised so that at risk subjects can be diagnosed early and managed appropriately.