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  • Medical Devices
  • Toxicology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Electronic vaporizing devices are widely used as alternatives to conventional nicotine products.
  • These devices, powered by lithium-ion batteries, are often perceived as safer.
  • However, battery instability can lead to explosions and severe injuries.

Observation:

  • Two case reports detail significant injuries from electronic vapor device explosions.
  • Case 1: A patient suffered maxillary bone and tooth loss due to combustion injury.
  • Case 2: A patient experienced a severe hand blast injury, resulting in digit loss and elevated cobalt and manganese levels.

Findings:

  • Explosions from electronic vapor devices can cause devastating injuries, including reconstructive surgery needs and digit amputation.
  • Toxicology screening revealed elevated cobalt and manganese levels in one patient, which decreased after surgical intervention.
  • No systemic symptoms were noted in the affected patient despite metal elevation.

Implications:

  • The lack of federal regulation for electronic cigarettes and vape devices in the US is a growing concern.
  • Increased use of these unregulated devices is anticipated to lead to more blast injuries.
  • Medical providers must be prepared to manage severe clinical injuries resulting from device malfunctions.