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Chronic ketamine use associated with progressive multisystem organ dysfunction.

Mudgal C, Bodansky HJ

BMJ case reportsJul 8, 2026United Kingdom0 citationsDOI: 10.1136/bcr-2026-273088

Abstract

A man in his 30s developed progressive multisystem organ dysfunction following 15 years of heavy recreational ketamine use. Complications included ketamine cystitis, cholangiopathy, obstructive uropathy, cardiomyopathy and mood disorder. This case illustrates chronic ketamine misuse as a cumulative multisystem toxicity.

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KetamineAddiction

Keywords

PoisoningCommon Bile DuctRenal SystemUrinary And Genital Tract DisordersDrugs Misuse (Including Addiction)

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