What Researchers Did
Researchers described a case of gangrene resulting from an accidental intra-arterial injection of methylphenidate and the intensive treatment administered.
What They Found
Intensive treatment, initiated within 12 hours of the injection, included repeated stellate blocks, intra-arterial and intravenous vasodilators, and hyperbaric oxygen. This aggressive intervention resulted in a limited loss of only the tips of the fingers, preventing more extensive tissue damage.
Canadian Relevance
This study has no direct Canadian connection.
Study Limitations
As a single case report, the findings of this study are limited in their generalizability to a broader patient population.