Rapid clinical improvement after intravenous ketamine in an adolescent with treatment-resistant depression, severe obesity, and pseudo-Cushing syndrome: A case report.
Asian J Psychiatr June 28, 2026 Peer reviewed DOI: 10.1016/j.ajp.2026.105077 via PubMed
Summary
An adolescent with treatment-resistant depression, severe obesity, and pseudo-Cushing syndrome experienced rapid clinical improvement after receiving intravenous ketamine. The case highlights the potential effectiveness of ketamine in treating complex cases of depression.
Study at a glance
| Design | case study |
|---|---|
| Sample size | 1 |
| Population | an adolescent with treatment-resistant depression, severe obesity, and pseudo-Cushing syndrome |
| Key finding | The adolescent showed rapid clinical improvement following intravenous ketamine treatment. |
Abstract
Rapid clinical improvement after intravenous ketamine in an adolescent with treatment-resistant depression, severe obesity, and pseudo-Cushing syndrome: A case report.