Rafael Meyer
Department of Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry, Ramistrasse 100, 8091 Zurich
Switzerland
Case Report
Severe Gamma-Hydroxy-Butyric Acid (GHB) Dependence with Repeated Withdrawal Syndrome and Induced Delirium
Author(s): Rafael Meyer, Josef Jenewein and Soenke BoettgerRafael Meyer, Josef Jenewein and Soenke Boettger
Gamma-Hydroxy-Butyric acid (GHB) and its liquid precursor Gamma-Butyro-Lactone (GBL) have become increasingly popular beyond the clubbing culture and daily consumption as well as dependence has become a more common problem. This case report illustrates the presentation and management of severe GHB-dependence and its sequelae, which are increasingly encountered in the addiction and general hospital setting... View More»
