Journal of Drug Abuse Open Access

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Priyesh Patel

Department of Emergency Medicine, Barts Health NHS Trust, UK

Publications
  • Commentary Article   
    ?Sisa?: The Spread of Cheap Methamphetamine
    Author(s): Declan Crilly*, Priyesh Patel and Paula Luque Fernandez

    Aim: Explanation and exploration of the illicit drug use situation in Athens, Greece. Design: Short Report. Setting: The financial crisis in Greece lead to a new drug, called “Sisa” rising as the main drug abuse in those affected the by the economic hardships of the time. This drug causes serious medical, psychological and economic effects. Intervention: Investigation into the drug effects in the homeless population in Athens, Greece whilst working there with Medical Volunteers International e.V. Findings: This synthetic drug, made from crystal methamphetamine mixed with battery acid, engine oil, shampoo, salt or other additives, leads serious physical and psychological effects that are difficult to manage in a population that is largely living on th.. View More»

    DOI: 10.36648/2471-853X.22.8.134

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