1. [Methylphenidate induced ST elevation acute myocardial infarction].
- Author
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Ruwald MH, Ruwald AC, and Tønder N
- Subjects
- Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity complications, Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity drug therapy, Coronary Vasospasm chemically induced, Drug Overdose, Electrocardiography, Humans, Male, Substance-Related Disorders complications, Substance-Related Disorders etiology, Young Adult, Central Nervous System Stimulants adverse effects, Methylphenidate adverse effects, Myocardial Infarction chemically induced
- Abstract
Adult attention deficit and hyperkinetic disorder (ADHD) is increasingly diagnosed and treated with methylphenidate. We present the case of an 20 year-old man, who was diagnosed with ADHD and suffered a ST elevation acute myocardial infarction due to coronary vasospasm related to an overdose, and subsequent episodes of myocardial injury due to the use and misuse of methylphenidate over a period of two years. We recommend an increased attention to the subscription of methylphenidate to patients, who are at risk of misuse and patients, who have a cardiovascular history.
- Published
- 2012