Vaping-Associated Lung Injury

摘要

Vaping has become an increasing problem because of the associated lung injury. More middle school and high school students are using electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes), which has led to adverse events in this population. Vitamin E acetate, a thickening agent used in some e-cigarettes, has been identified as a potential cause of associated lung injury. Bronchoalveolar-lavage samples have revealed the presence of tetrahydrocannabinol and nicotine in patients presenting with lung injury. Patients often present with respiratory, gastrointestinal, and constitutional symptoms.The management of e-cigarette, or vaping, product use-associated lung injury includes corticosteroids and antimicrobial coverage for community-acquired pneumonia. Pharmacists should recommend vaping and tobacco cessation, as well as influenza and pneumococcal vaccinations, to patients who use e-cigarettes.