Cannabis-induced recurrent myocardial infarction in a 21-year-old man: a case report.

Dennis LawinThorsten LawrenzAndi TegoChristoph Stellbrink

Published in: European heart journal. Case reports (2020)

This case highlights that cannabis-induced ACS must be considered as a cause of myocardial infarction in young adults. In contrast to ACS in the elderly population, this unusual ACS cause requires specific treatment. The risk of ACS relapse may substantial if cannabis abuse is continued. This potential hazard needs to be taken into consideration when legalization of cannabis is discussed.

Keyphrases

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young adults
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magnetic resonance
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