Brain Computed Tomography in Stimulant Poisoning with Altered Consciousness
Stimulant poisoning frequently causes altered mental status (AMS) and can result in severe cerebral vascular complications. The role of noncontrast brain computed tomography (CT) in acute stimulant-poisoned patients presenting with AMS remains unclear.
Source: The Journal of Emergency Medicine - Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Hsien-Yi Chen, Chung-Hsien Chaou, Chun-Kuei Chen, Jiun-Hao Yu, Po-Cheng Chen, Ching-Tai Huang, Chen-June Seak, Shao-Feng Liao Tags: Selected Topics: Toxicology Source Type: research