Citation

Berrens Z, Lammers J, White C. Psychosomatics 2010; 51(4): 356-356.e3.

Affiliation

correspondence and M.D., J.D., FCLM, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Family Medicine; Medical Director, Psychiatry Consultation Service, 260 Stetson St., Suite 3200; P.O. Box 0559, Cincinnati, OH 45267-0559. Christopher.White@uc.edu.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2010, Academy of Psychosomatic Medicine, Publisher Elsevier Publishing)

DOI

10.1176/appi.psy.51.4.356

PMID

20587768

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Rhabdomyolysis involves the release of intracellular contents secondary to muscle cell injury; it generally presents with muscle pain and weakness. Illicit drugs, including phencyclidine, MDMA ("ecstasy"), and cocaine, are frequently documented as a cause of rhabdomyolysis. OBJECTIVE: The authors review the literature on LSD-associated rhabdomyolysis. METHOD: The authors provide a new case report of a previously health patient who suffered rhabdomyolysis after LSD ingestion. RESULTS: Although frequently listed as a cause of rhabdomyolysis, there are only limited reports of rhabdomyolysis in patients who have ingested LSD. DISCUSSION: The discussion outlines potential mechanisms and management of LSD-associated rhabdomyolysis. Consultation psychiatrists may be called to assist in management of acute mental-status changes or agitation associated with LSD intoxication in addition to facilitating subsequent chemical-dependency treatment.

Language: en