Ecstasy-induced acute coronary syndrome: something to rave about.

Emerg Med Australas

Department of Emergency Medicine, Royal Perth Hospital, Perth, WA 6847, Australia.

Published: June 2012

Ecstasy or 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine is a commonly used illicit recreational drug, enjoying popularity for its stimulant effects. Although acute coronary syndrome is recognized after cocaine and methamphetamine use, association with Ecstasy use has rarely been reported. We report three cases of significantly delayed acute coronary syndrome and ST elevation myocardial infarction related to ingestion of Ecstasy.

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