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Rapid resolution of obsessions after an infusion of intravenous ketamine in a patient with treatment-resistant obsessive-compulsive disorder.

J Clin Psychiatry April 1, 2011 DOI: 10.4088/jcp.10l06653 (opens in new tab)

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Characteristics Case study Case report Peer reviewed
Sample size 1
Population A patient with treatment-resistant obsessive-compulsive disorder
Intervention Ketamine
Topics Esketamine Ketamine
Key findings A single patient with treatment-resistant OCD experienced rapid resolution of obsessions following an intravenous ketamine infusion, suggesting a potential fast-acting effect that warrants further study.

Abstract

Rapid resolution of obsessions after an infusion of intravenous ketamine in a patient with treatment-resistant obsessive-compulsive disorder.