ST elevation myocardial infarction in a young patient after ingestion of caffeinated energy drink and ecstasy

摘要

BACKGROUND:Caffeinated energy drinks are widely used worldwide.They are associated with a variety of adverse effects and are of concern to health authorities,yet there is still scarce information about their adverse effects and inadequate awareness among medical personnel.METHODS:Case description and discussion of a patient presenting to the emergency room after overdose of energy drinks in combination with 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine(MDMA).RESULTS:Despite best medical efforts,the patient died of fatal cardiac arrhythmias.There is a paucity of information about adverse effects of energy drinks.CONCLUSION:Although energy drinks are widely used,there is a lack of awareness in the population and medical staff about their hazards.