Chronic Cannabis User With Hyperemesis Syndrome Also Developed Recurrent Kidney Stones
A 28-year-old daily cannabis user with CHS presented with recurrent kidney stones, supporting the hypothesis that CHS-related dehydration increases kidney stone risk.
Quick Facts
What This Study Found
A 28-year-old American Indian male with daily cannabis use and CHS presented with recurrent renal stones. CHS-related chronic dehydration and electrolyte imbalances are established risk factors for nephrolithiasis.
Key Numbers
28-year-old male. Daily cannabis use. Recurrent renal stones.
How They Did This
Single case report.
Why This Research Matters
CHS complications extend beyond GI symptoms. Chronic vomiting promotes kidney stone formation through dehydration.
The Bigger Picture
Clinicians should consider screening CHS patients for renal complications.
What This Study Doesn't Tell Us
Single case. Cannot prove causation. No stone composition data.
Questions This Raises
- ?Is nephrolithiasis underrecognized in CHS?
- ?Would hydration counseling prevent stones in CHS patients?
Trust & Context
- Key Stat:
- CHS-related dehydration may drive kidney stone formation
- Evidence Grade:
- Single case report suggesting a plausible link.
- Study Age:
- Published 2023.
- Original Title:
- A Case of a Patient With Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome Along With Recurrent Nephrolithiasis.
- Published In:
- Cureus, 15(4), e37182 (2023)
- Database ID:
- RTHC-04837
Evidence Hierarchy
Describes what happened to one person or a small group.
What do these levels mean? →Frequently Asked Questions
Can CHS cause kidney stones?
This case suggests CHS-related dehydration from chronic vomiting may promote kidney stone formation.
What should CHS patients watch for?
Beyond GI symptoms, dehydration could lead to kidney complications. Hydration is important.
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Cite This Study
https://rethinkthc.com/research/RTHC-04837APA
Patel, Maitree; Sathiya Narayanan, Rajalakshmi; Peela, Appala S. (2023). A Case of a Patient With Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome Along With Recurrent Nephrolithiasis.. Cureus, 15(4), e37182. https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.37182
MLA
Patel, Maitree, et al. "A Case of a Patient With Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome Along With Recurrent Nephrolithiasis.." Cureus, 2023. https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.37182
RethinkTHC
RethinkTHC Research Database. "A Case of a Patient With Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome Along..." RTHC-04837. Retrieved from https://rethinkthc.com/research/patel-2023-a-case-of-a
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