Early Detection And Swift Intervention Crucial For Improved Outcomes

Emerging News on Ketamine's Impact on Urinary Health

Early Detection and Swift Intervention Crucial for Improved Outcomes

WEB: Early Discovery and Immediate Action Enhance Adverse Outcomes

The timely identification of ketamine-induced cystitis (KIC) and the prompt discontinuation of ketamine use have proven to substantially improve adverse effects.

WEB: Prevalence of Urinary Symptoms in Ketamine Users

It is estimated that more than 20% of individuals who use ketamine experience urinary tract symptoms.

WEB: Ketamine's Prolonged Effects on Urinary System

The repeated administration of ketamine over a four-week period has been linked to an increase in mononuclear cell infiltration, interstitial fibrosis, and inflammation within the urinary tract.

WEB: Unraveling the Mechanism of Action

Although the precise mechanism of action remains unclear, it is believed that the accumulation of ketamines within the urinary tract may contribute to the development of KIC.

Reference: Ketamine-associated cystitis. Urological Science 24 (2012): Srirangam Shalom, Joe Mercer