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Clin Toxicol (Phila) June 2016 PMID 26999038

Could chest wall rigidity be a factor in rapid death from illicit fentanyl abuse?

Glenn Burns, Rebecca T DeRienz, Daniel D Baker, Marcel Casavant, Henry A Spiller

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The collective discussions highlight the significance of chest wall rigidity in rapid fentanyl deaths, with users referencing the study’s findings—such as 62% of positive fentanyl tests lacking norfentanyl—and stressing the importance of medical responses beyond naloxone. The tone combines factual reporting with calls for increased awareness, underscoring a shared recognition of the article’s relevance.

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Most discussions acknowledge the importance of chest wall rigidity in fentanyl-related deaths, indicating strong agreement with the article’s focus.

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Posts demonstrate high interest by referencing specific mechanisms, study findings, and implications for treatment, suggesting active engagement with the topic.

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While some users share informative comments and call for education, there is limited depth in critical analysis, just basic acknowledgment of facts.

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Discussions emphasize the potential need to reconsider overdose protocols and awareness, implying a moderate impact on understanding and response strategies.

Abstract in brief

  • The increase in fentanyl-related deaths may be due to changes in how it is used, especially with rapid intravenous injection leading to chest wall rigidity, which can cause quick death.
  • Postmortem analysis showed high fentanyl levels but often little to no norfentanyl, indicating very rapid deaths possibly from chest wall rigidity or respiratory arrest, even at lower fentanyl concentrations.
  • While chest wall rigidity is recognized medically, it is rarely considered within drug abuse, and many users may unknowingly face the risk of rapid death from fentanyl's potent effects when administered quickly.
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Gillian Kolla, PhD
@GillianKolla · X

@vtmedic511 @lynnelyman @Delta For all those arguing against the need for naloxone - please educate yourselves on fentanyl & fentanyl-induced chest wall rigidity, where you do need for naloxone in addition to ventilation for overdose: https://t.co/rlYQgedPQY https://t.co/A75CjeylOL https://t.co/AzyrdIPwqS

Jul 15, 2019 · 3 likes · 1 share · 3,846 followers View post →
Opioid overdose 1st Responders
@BroochOpioidEMS · X

RT @gilliankolla: @vtmedic511 @lynnelyman @Delta For all those arguing against the need for naloxone - please educate yourselves on fentany…

Jul 15, 2019 · 1 share · 2,509 followers View post →
CESAR Research
@CESAResearch · X

ICYMI (2016): Sudden onset chest wall rigidity may be a significant factor which can lead to an increased mortality from illicit IV #fentanyl use. Fentanyl without #norfentanyl led to more rapid onset of death in many of the observed fatalities. https://t.co/1ZRfxrvtx5 https://t.co/NMHeojFQLD

Jul 19, 2019 · 1,019 followers View post →
William Tecumseh Sherman
@WilliamTecums14 · X

@RealSatanTheSir @reb_winchester @damintoell @SoTruth1 @realstewpeters That's from the study linked as 6 found here https://t.co/V1cH5sXL65 Sample size was 48 individuals. This study found 62% of those who tested positive for fentanyl did not have norfentanyl in their system. https://t.co/qe7n0TNjNH

May 25, 2023 · 308 followers View post →

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William Tecumseh Sherman
@WilliamTecums14 · X

@RealSatanTheSir @reb_winchester @damintoell @SoTruth1 @realstewpeters That's from the study linked as 6 found here https://t.co/V1cH5sXL65 Sample size was 48 individuals. This study found 62% of those who tested positive for fentanyl did not have norfentanyl in their system. https://t.co/qe7n0TNjNH

May 25, 2023 · 308 followers View post →
CESAR Research
@CESAResearch · X

ICYMI (2016): Sudden onset chest wall rigidity may be a significant factor which can lead to an increased mortality from illicit IV #fentanyl use. Fentanyl without #norfentanyl led to more rapid onset of death in many of the observed fatalities. https://t.co/1ZRfxrvtx5 https://t.co/NMHeojFQLD

Jul 19, 2019 · 1,019 followers View post →
Opioid overdose 1st Responders
@BroochOpioidEMS · X

RT @gilliankolla: @vtmedic511 @lynnelyman @Delta For all those arguing against the need for naloxone - please educate yourselves on fentany…

Jul 15, 2019 · 1 share · 2,509 followers View post →
Gillian Kolla, PhD
@GillianKolla · X

@vtmedic511 @lynnelyman @Delta For all those arguing against the need for naloxone - please educate yourselves on fentanyl & fentanyl-induced chest wall rigidity, where you do need for naloxone in addition to ventilation for overdose: https://t.co/rlYQgedPQY https://t.co/A75CjeylOL https://t.co/AzyrdIPwqS

Jul 15, 2019 · 3 likes · 1 share · 3,846 followers View post →