Astrocytic clasmatodendrosis in the cerebral cortex of methamphetamine abusers
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Abnormal cerebral blood flow in methamphetamine abusers assessed by brain perfusion single emission computed tomography
Introduction:Amphetamines are central nervous system (CNS) stimulant substances and amphetamine abuse is considered a growing problem in our country. Previous studies revealed destructive effects of amphetamines on metabolism, perfusion and structure of brain. The aim of current study was evaluating regional cerebral blood flow (rCBF) disturbances in methamphetamine (MA) abuser...
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عنوان ژورنال: Forensic Sciences Research
سال: 2017
ISSN: 2096-1790,2471-1411
DOI: 10.1080/20961790.2017.1280890