Abstract:Background: Consumption of crack is one of the major challenges in public health and taking this drug has direct effects on the health of those who use it. Objectives: To evaluate the profile of vascular abnormalities in patients receiving treatment for crack dependency at a Psychosocial Care Center for Alcohol and Drugs and to observe possible peripheral vascular effects. Methods: The study design is observational, descriptive and cross-sectional. An objective questionnaire was administered to the patients in… Show more
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