Journal of the Academy of Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry

Using an Intravenous Ketamine Treatment for Mental Health Issues in Hospital Medical and Surgical Wards: A One-Year Pilot Study

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Abstract

Ketamine therapy is noted for its potential in psychiatry but faces implementation challenges in general hospitals.

  • Monitoring requirements and personnel allocation hinder the use of ketamine in complex medical settings.
  • Safety concerns may limit the application of ketamine therapy in general hospital populations.
  • Consultation-liaison psychiatry services could facilitate the delivery of ketamine interventions.
  • Practical models for implementing ketamine therapy within hospitals are currently lacking.

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