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  • Toxicology
  • Forensic Medicine
  • Anesthesiology

Background:

  • Fentanyl is a potent synthetic opioid analgesic used clinically for anesthesia and severe pain management.
  • Healthcare professionals may have access to potent substances, posing risks of misuse and accidental or intentional overdose.
  • Previous literature has not extensively documented cases of fatal self-injection of fentanyl in Croatia.

Observation:

  • A case report details a 41-year-old female nurse found deceased at home with a needle in her hand.
  • Two syringes, one empty and one containing a clear liquid, were discovered near the body.
  • The deceased had no documented history of substance abuse.

Findings:

  • Toxicological analysis confirmed lethal levels of fentanyl in the system.
  • The cause of death was determined to be fentanyl poisoning.
  • The manner of death was officially classified as suicide.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the critical importance of monitoring and prevention strategies for opioid misuse within healthcare settings.
  • It highlights the potential for fatal outcomes from self-administered potent analgesics, even in individuals without a prior history of abuse.
  • The report serves as a crucial addition to the forensic and toxicological literature, particularly concerning fentanyl-related deaths in Croatia.