Severe Presentation of Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome With Mixed Acid–Base Disorder and Cardiac Complications: A Case Report

Conclusion: This case underscores the importance of recognizing CHS as a potential etiology in patients with recurrent vomiting and a history of chronic cannabis use, even in the presence of atypical findings such as profound electrolyte imbalances and cardiac abnormalities. Given the protracted rec...

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Main Authors: Giovanni Mantelli, Armando Fiore, Caterina Barberi, Barbara Zaia, Giorgio Ricci, Massimo Carollo, Fabio Malalan
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Language:English
Published: Wiley 2025-01-01
Series:Case Reports in Medicine
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/carm/8161294
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author Giovanni Mantelli
Armando Fiore
Caterina Barberi
Barbara Zaia
Giorgio Ricci
Massimo Carollo
Fabio Malalan
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description Conclusion: This case underscores the importance of recognizing CHS as a potential etiology in patients with recurrent vomiting and a history of chronic cannabis use, even in the presence of atypical findings such as profound electrolyte imbalances and cardiac abnormalities. Given the protracted recovery period associated with CHS, early identification and patient education regarding cannabis cessation are crucial in preventing recurrent episodes.
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spelling doaj-art-717f6437f0cb46f98ad7cebd27c5f0b22025-08-20T03:22:18ZengWileyCase Reports in Medicine1687-96352025-01-01202510.1155/carm/8161294Severe Presentation of Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome With Mixed Acid–Base Disorder and Cardiac Complications: A Case ReportGiovanni Mantelli0Armando Fiore1Caterina Barberi2Barbara Zaia3Giorgio Ricci4Massimo Carollo5Fabio Malalan6Emergency DepartmentEmergency DepartmentEmergency DepartmentEmergency DepartmentNational Poison CenterNational Poison CenterEmergency DepartmentConclusion: This case underscores the importance of recognizing CHS as a potential etiology in patients with recurrent vomiting and a history of chronic cannabis use, even in the presence of atypical findings such as profound electrolyte imbalances and cardiac abnormalities. Given the protracted recovery period associated with CHS, early identification and patient education regarding cannabis cessation are crucial in preventing recurrent episodes.http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/carm/8161294
spellingShingle Giovanni Mantelli
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Severe Presentation of Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome With Mixed Acid–Base Disorder and Cardiac Complications: A Case Report
Case Reports in Medicine
title Severe Presentation of Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome With Mixed Acid–Base Disorder and Cardiac Complications: A Case Report
title_full Severe Presentation of Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome With Mixed Acid–Base Disorder and Cardiac Complications: A Case Report
title_fullStr Severe Presentation of Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome With Mixed Acid–Base Disorder and Cardiac Complications: A Case Report
title_full_unstemmed Severe Presentation of Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome With Mixed Acid–Base Disorder and Cardiac Complications: A Case Report
title_short Severe Presentation of Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome With Mixed Acid–Base Disorder and Cardiac Complications: A Case Report
title_sort severe presentation of cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome with mixed acid base disorder and cardiac complications a case report
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