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Testing and monitoring for nitrous oxide use

Nitrous Oxide Abuse

Treatments studied

Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.

This study looks at how nitrous oxide (also called laughing gas) is detected and how health effects may show up over time. It may help doctors better diagnose problems early and track changes after use.

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Phase
N/A
Enrollment
356 people
Ages
14 years to 65 years
Study type
Observational

Who can take part

  • You currently use nitrous oxide or used it in the past
  • You have signs or health effects that could be linked to nitrous oxide use (or you may not—either is possible)
  • You may have related lab or health changes from past use, or you may not
  • You are willing to take part and complete the study
  • You have social health insurance coverage
  • You are not pregnant and not breastfeeding

View the official record on ClinicalTrials.gov

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