Increased Cases of Lung Injury Associated with the Use of Electronic Cigarettes Containing Nicotine and Flavoring
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Authors
Ibiloye, Taiye
Issue Date
2021-04-09
Type
Other
Language
en_US
Keywords
Electronic cigarettes , Lung injury , Nicotine
Alternative Title
Abstract
This study aims to identify dominants respiratory illnesses affecting the lung and airways among electronic cigarette users, to learn what the world is doing about lung injury associated with the use of e-cigarette that affect young population worldwide, and to identify research gaps. While extensive research has revealed the addictive properties of nicotine, the effects of nicotine and flavoring compounds in electronic cigarettes on the respiratory system are still unclear. The health consequences of electronic cigarette use remains unclear.