In this report, we present an injury to the hand caused by an exploding vaping device. This report summarizes the burn, blast and chemical injury, and discusses best practice for treatment. This case provides a warning to healthcare professionals and the public about the potential for and the seriousness of this injury. We hope to emphasize the rising incidence of vaping among children, the injuries that may occur, and the methods for treatment.

Download full-text PDF

Source
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/PSN.0000000000000565DOI Listing

Publication Analysis

Top Keywords

caused exploding
8
exploding vaping
8
vaping device
8
blast burn
4
burn hand
4
injury
4
hand injury
4
injury caused
4
device pediatric
4
pediatric patient
4

Similar Publications

Want AI Summaries of new PubMed Abstracts delivered to your In-box?

Enter search terms and have AI summaries delivered each week - change queries or unsubscribe any time!