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  • International data suggests a rise in cannabis-related emergencies post-legalization.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review trends in cannabis emergencies after legalization in other countries.
  • To identify common reasons for emergency department visits and treatment options.
  • To analyze German emergency contact data provided by the Poison Control Center North.

Main Methods:

  • Narrative review of international trends post-cannabis legalization.
  • Descriptive evaluation of cannabis-related emergency contact data from Germany.

Main Results:

  • Cannabis use rose significantly in Canada post-legalization (15% to 25%).
  • Hospital admissions for cannabis use doubled in Canada (15 to 32 per 100,000).
  • Acute intoxication, anxiety, panic attacks, psychosis risk, and cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome are key issues.

Conclusions:

  • Cannabis legalization in Germany is expected to increase cannabis-related emergencies.
  • Nonspecific clinical manifestations necessitate targeted cannabis use investigation.
  • Appropriate patient treatment and assistance depend on identifying cannabis use.