Marijuana Use in the Anesthetized Patient: History, Pharmacology, and Anesthetic Considerations.
Journal Article (Review)
Marijuana consumption is growing in the United States because of state legalization for recreational and medical use. However, many anesthesia practitioners are unaware of the potential adverse effects that may occur if marijuana is taken before the administration of an anesthetic. This review provides a history of marijuana use, the current laws and regulations, the pharmacology of marijuana, and best evidence-based practices related to anesthetic care of the marijuana user.
Full Text
Duke Authors
Cited Authors
- Horvath, C; Dalley, CB; Grass, N; Tola, DH
Published Date
- December 2019
Published In
Volume / Issue
- 87 / 6
Start / End Page
- 451 - 458
PubMed ID
- 31920198
Pubmed Central ID
- 31920198
Electronic International Standard Serial Number (EISSN)
- 2162-5239
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
- 0094-6354
Language
- eng