Near‐Death Experience During Emergency Ketamine Use: A Case Report
Pauline Fritz, Anaïs Pichelin, Aurore Ancion, Naji Alnagger, Nicolas Lejeune, Alexandre Ghuysen, Olivia Gosseries, Charlotte Martial
Brain and Behavior October 1, 2025 DOI: 10.1002/brb3.70939 via OpenAlex
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractA case of a near-death experience (NDE) occurring in a medical and pharmacological context is examined, highlighting the lasting transformations it can trigger. The account underscores the importance for clinicians to recognize NDEs because of their potential long-term effects on patients and their relevance to medical practice.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Case study Case report Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Sample size | 1 |
| Population | A patient who had a near-death experience |
| Citations | 2 |
| Key finding | Near-death experiences can produce lasting transformations in patients, making their recognition important for medical practice. |
Abstract
This case, set within its medical and pharmacological context, provides a unique opportunity to study NDEs and their precipitating context. The reported transformations underscore the importance of recognizing NDEs for their possible long-term effects on patients and relevance to medical practice.