A rise in cases of nitrous oxide abuse: neurological complications and biological findings
ConclusionWe report an elevated incidence of neurological complications of nitrous oxide abuse occurring during the recent COVID-19 lockdown. Nitrous oxide abuse should be tracked down in patients presenting with compatible neurological symptoms and elevated homocysteinemia. Vitamin B-12 should be supplemented as soon as the diagnosis is made.
Source: Journal of Neurology - Category: Neurology Source Type: research
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