Endocannabinoid System and the Otolaryngologist

Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America

“The endocannabinoid system is located throughout the central and peripheral nervous systems, endocrine system, gastrointestinal system, and within inflammatory cells. The use of medical cannabinoids has been gaining traction as a viable treatment option for varying illnesses in recent years. Research is ongoing looking at the effect of cannabinoids for treatment of common otolaryngologic pathologies. This article identifies common otolaryngologic pathologies where cannabinoids may have benefit, discusses potential drawbacks to cannabinoid use, and suggests future directions for research in the application of medical cannabinoids.”

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36088164/

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0030666522000767?via%3Dihub

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