The Management of Adult Male Prisoners with Substance Use Disorders Presenting with Suspected Internal Concealment of Illicit Drugs: Challenges, Clinical Implications, and Best Practice Response

Abstract

Purpose: Internal concealment as a means of trafficking illicit drugs into prison is common and exposes internal concealers to risk of intoxication and overdose death. The management of internal drug concealment is a medical emergency that remains a challenge to healthcare professionals and custodial officers in prison settings