Chemsex skyld i alvorlig forgiftning og død

Ossian Gundel; Mikkel Bjerregaard Bøgeskov; Brian Schou Rasmussen; Henrik Vigh; Nanna Reiter; Dorte Fris Palmqvist

doi:10.61409/V08250625

Chemsex skyld i alvorlig forgiftning og død

Translated title of the contribution: Chemsex blamed for serious poisoning and death

Ossian Gundel, Mikkel Bjerregaard Bøgeskov, Brian Schou Rasmussen, Henrik Vigh, Nanna Reiter, Dorte Fris Palmqvist

Abstract

Chemsex refers to the use of psychoactive substances, such as GHB, methamphetamine, and poppers, to enhance sexual experiences, predominantly among men who have sex with men and transgender individuals in LGBT+ communities. The practice is associated with increased risks, including sexually transmitted infections, substance dependence, overdose, and cardiac arrest. We present a fatal case of cardiac arrest following chemsex, where high levels of GHB and methamphetamine were detected. This highlights the severe health consequences and the need for targeted support and harm reduction strategies.

Translated title of the contribution	Chemsex blamed for serious poisoning and death
Original language	Danish
Article number	V08250625
Journal	Ugeskrift for Laeger
Volume	188
Issue number	9
ISSN	0041-5782
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.61409/V08250625
Publication status	Published - 23 Feb 2026

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Chemsex skyld i alvorlig forgiftning og død

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