From bumps to binges: Overview of deaths associated with cocaine in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (2000-2019).

This is the first cocaine-related mortality study in this geographical area. Deaths following cocaine use continue to rise despite its Class A drug listing in the UK. Whilst underlying and external risk factors including polydrug use, cardiac complications and mental health can all contribute to incidences of fatal drug toxicity following cocaine use, this study demonstrates that the risk of a cocaine overdose cannot be attributed to a specific blood concentration range.