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Bonzai Intoxication in Children: Our Experience with 17 Cases
Sevgi Yaşar Durmuş1, Nilden Tuygun, Halise Akça
1Department of Pediatrics, Dr. Sami Ulus Maternity and Children's Research and Training Hospital, Ankara, Turkey. drsvgysr@gmail.com.
The Turkish Journal of Pediatrics
|July 15, 2016
Summary
Synthetic cannabinoid receptor agonists, like Bonzai, are increasingly abused by adolescents. Pediatric emergency departments must prepare for rising cases of Bonzai utilization and its associated health impacts.
Area of Science:
- Emergency Medicine
- Toxicology
- Adolescent Health
Background:
- Synthetic cannabinoid receptor agonists (SCRAs) are frequently misused by adolescents.
- Bonzai, a type of SCRA, is increasingly prevalent in this age group.
- Pediatric emergency physicians require awareness and preparedness for SCRA-related cases.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate emergency department admissions related to Bonzai use in adolescents.
- To understand the clinical presentation and management of pediatric patients exposed to Bonzai.
- To inform pediatric emergency care protocols for SCRA abuse.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective chart review of pediatric patients admitted to the emergency department.
- Data collection on patient demographics, clinical symptoms, and treatment provided.
- Analysis of emergency service utilization patterns for Bonzai-related incidents.
Main Results:
- The study identified a growing number of pediatric emergency visits due to Bonzai use.
- Common clinical manifestations and outcomes associated with Bonzai intoxication were documented.
- Trends in Bonzai-related emergency department admissions were analyzed.
Conclusions:
- Adolescent synthetic cannabinoid receptor agonist abuse, particularly Bonzai, presents a significant challenge to pediatric emergency services.
- Preparedness for managing Bonzai-related emergencies is crucial for pediatric healthcare providers.
- Further research is needed to address the public health implications of SCRA abuse in youth.