University Hospital - Ulm launches project for better care after knockout drops
Anyone who has been involuntarily administered knockout drops in Ulm will receive better care from January 1, 2024. In a project with the city, the Institute of Forensic Medicine at Ulm University Hospital will in future carry out additional examinations in cases of suspected knockout drops, the university hospital announced on Thursday. These can be used in court. The state is supporting the "Kampf dem K.O." project with 375,000 euros.
Knockout drops are various substances that can render a person incapacitated and defenceless. They are colorless and odorless and can only be detected in the body for a short time.
According to the press release, State Secretary Ute Leidig (Greens) said that Donaustadt offers ideal conditions for the project. "Thanks to the violence outpatient clinic, the necessary medical and toxicological expertise can be provided here." Ulm offers a good starting point to statistically record the involuntary administration of knockout drugs. So far, there has been a lack of sound data.
"Our mission is not only to optimize the care of those affected, but also to clarify the circumstances of these incidents in the best possible way," says Sebastian Kunz, Medical Director of the Institute of Forensic Medicine, according to the press release. Those affected often suffer the consequences for years. The University Hospital, the Bundeswehr Hospital and the Donau-Klinik Neu-Ulm are involved in the project.
Statement from the University Hospital
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- The project to improve care for individuals affected by knockout drops in Ulm will be led by the Institute of Forensic Medicine at the Ulm University Hospital, located in the state of Baden-Württemberg.
- To ensure the project's success, it will receive supervision and financial support from State Secretary Ute Leidig and the state, which has allocated 375,000 euros for this purpose.
- In addition to the Ulm University Hospital, other institutions, such as the Bundeswehr Hospital and the Donau-Klinik Neu-Ulm, will also participate in this collaborative initiative, which focuses on the field of forensic medicine.
- The ultimate goal of the "Kampf dem K.O." project is not only to enhance the care of affected individuals but also to gather comprehensive data on the involuntary use of knockout drugs, which will contribute to a better understanding of this criminality issue.
Source: www.stern.de
