Laughing gas linked to nerve damage in young users
NCT ID NCT05469321
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked back at 20 young people who came to the hospital with nerve problems after using nitrous oxide (laughing gas) for fun. Researchers measured muscle strength, balance, and disability to understand how the gas harms the nervous system. The goal was to learn more about the damage so doctors can better recognize and treat it.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Participants
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20 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Aug 2022
- Finished
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May 2025
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
patients presenting to the CHU of Nîmes with an acute or sub-acute neurological picture after having consumed N2O
- Ages
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15 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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patients presenting to the CHU of Nîmes with an acute or sub-acute neurological picture after having consumed N2O \-
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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CHU de Nîmes
Nîmes, 30029, France
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