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Front. Neurol.
Sec. Neuromuscular Disorders and Peripheral Neuropathies
Volume 15 - 2024 | doi: 10.3389/fneur.2024.1381938
This article is part of the Research Topic New advances in the field of nerve regeneration View all 12 articles

Mechanisms and Recent Advances in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Nitrous Oxide-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy: A Narrative Review

Provisionally accepted
  • 1 Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
  • 2 First College of Clinical Medicine, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
  • 3 903 Hospital of Joint Logistic Support Force of The People's Liberation Army, Hangzhou, Jiangsu Province, China
  • 4 First Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
  • 5 The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, Hong Kong Region, China
  • 6 Third Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan Province, China
  • 7 School of Medicine, Graduate School, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Jiangsu Province, China
  • 8 Republican Research and Clinical Center of Neurology and Neurosurgery, Minsk, City of Minsk, Belarus
  • 9 Faculty of Physical Therapy, Nahda University, Beni Suef, Beni Suef, Egypt

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    Under standard conditions, nitrous oxide (N 2 O) manifests as a colorless, odorless gas with a mildly sweet taste. The compound is utilized in a diverse array of applications finds applications in various fields, including its incorporation in use as an aerosol propellants, usage as an accelerant in motor racing, and as an anesthetic in surgical procedures and dentistry. dentistry.Unfortunately, the recreational misuse of N2O has become prevalent among young individuals due to its euphoric and hallucinogenic effects. Compounding this issue is the fact that nitrous oxide can be easily obtained from over-the-counter household items, facilitating its non-medical use. The global community has witnessed a surge in the recreational utilization of nitrous oxide gas in recent years. Despite the widespread non-medical abuse of N2O, there remains inadequate understanding of the potential adverse effects resulting from exposure to it. This paper provides an overview of management findings, laboratory and electrodiagnostic characteristics, as well as clinical presentations associated with neurological disorders induced by nitrous oxide usage.Regrettably, the euphoric and hallucinogenic effects of N 2 O have also led to its recreational misuse, particularly among the youth demographic. Compounding the issue, nitrous oxide can be sourced from a variety of over-the-counter household items, thereby facilitating its non-medical use. The global community has observed a surge in the recreational utilization of nitrous oxide gas over recent years. Despite the widespread non-medical abuse of N 2 O, the potential adverse effects resulting from exposure remain inadequately understood. This paper offers an overview of the management findings, laboratory and electrodiagnostic characteristics, and clinical presentations associated with nitrous oxide-induced neurological disorders.

    Keywords: Nitrous oxide - N2O, Periphral neuropathy, Abusive inhalation, neurological disorders, Clinical Characteristics

    Received: 04 Feb 2024; Accepted: 06 May 2024.

    Copyright: © 2024 Zou, Yi, Weij, Dong, ALHASKAWI, Zhou, EZZI, Kota, Abdulla, Alenikova, Abdalbary, Lu and Wang. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY). The use, distribution or reproduction in other forums is permitted, provided the original author(s) or licensor are credited and that the original publication in this journal is cited, in accordance with accepted academic practice. No use, distribution or reproduction is permitted which does not comply with these terms.

    * Correspondence: Hui Lu, First Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310016, Zhejiang Province, China

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