Original research
par
Darke, Shane et al
Date de publication
2022
Géographie
Australia
Langue de la ressource
English
Texte disponible en version intégrale
Non
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
Non
Évalué par des pairs
Yes
L’objectif
Aims: To determine 1. The characteristics of all recorded cases of fatal drug poisoning involving novel synthetic opioids (NSOs) in Australia; 2. The toxicology of cases; and 3. The major autopsy findings.
Constatations/points à retenir
Ten NSOs were identified. Case characteristics suggest a younger cohort whose profile is more typical of use of other NPS than of the established opioids. A large proportion used NSOs by non-injecting routes of administration.
La conception ou méthodologie de recherche
Review of all fatal poisonings related to NSOs in Australia 2000-2021 identified in the National Coronial Information System.
Mots clés
Overdose
Mortality
About PWUD
Outcomes
Illegal drugs
Drug checking
