Essentials - Medical Complications of SUDs-Recording - Essentials - Medical Complications of Substance Use Disorders

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In this video presentation on the medical complications of substance use disorders, Dr. Gregory Landy discusses various medical problems associated with different types of substance use disorders. He begins with an overview of the common substance use disorders and their medical consequences, focusing on alcohol use disorders, tobacco use disorders, cannabis use disorders, cocaine and other stimulant use disorders, opioid use disorders, and anabolic androgenic steroid misuse. <br /><br />Dr. Landy explains that each substance use disorder can have different effects on various organ systems in the body. For example, chronic alcohol use can lead to liver problems such as fatty liver, alcoholic hepatitis, and cirrhosis. It can also impact the cardiovascular system, respiratory system, neurologic function, kidneys, and sleep quality. <br /><br />Similarly, tobacco use disorders can result in oral, respiratory, cardiovascular, reproductive, and general health problems. Cannabis use disorders have less research, but potential medical consequences include immune suppression, lung and bladder cancer, chronic bronchitis, and neurologic disorders. Stimulant use disorders, particularly cocaine, can cause cardiovascular complications like myocardial infarction and aortic dissection, neurologic problems, and respiratory issues. <br /><br />Opioid use disorders, particularly injection drug use, can lead to infections, cardiac dysrhythmias, renal problems, and respiratory issues. Lastly, anabolic androgenic steroid misuse can result in cardiovascular and neuropsychiatric problems. <br /><br />The presentation emphasizes the need for ongoing research in these areas and provides clinical insights and case examples to illustrate the medical consequences of substance use disorders.

Keywords

substance use disorders

medical consequences

alcohol use disorders

tobacco use disorders

cannabis use disorders

cocaine use disorders

opioid use disorders

anabolic androgenic steroid misuse