Introduction:
This text presents a case report of a mild ocular chemical injury caused by the inadvertent administration of electronic cigarette (EC) liquid to the eye. The authors discuss the potential hazards of EC liquid and propose recommendations for manufacturers and EC sellers. Additionally, the text includes a case report of acute macular neuroretinopathy (AMN) following nonocular trauma.
Key Points:
* A woman in her 50s mistakenly administered EC fluid to her eye, resulting in ocular pain, redness, and blurred vision.
* The EC bottle lacked warnings about the dangers of inadvertent ocular use.
* EC liquid has a wide pH range, which can cause ocular chemical injuries.
* The authors recommend that EC fluid manufacturers include warnings to irrigate and seek prompt medical attention if the fluid comes into contact with the eyes.
* EC sellers should recommend storing EC liquid away from other medical bottles, such as eyedrops, to minimize potential confusion.
* AMN is a rare retinal entity associated with paracentral scotomas.
* This text presents a case report of AMN following nonocular trauma.
Main Message:
This text highlights the potential hazards of EC liquid and the importance of proper storage and handling. The authors recommend that EC fluid manufacturers include warnings about inadvertent ocular use and recommend that EC sellers store EC liquid away from other medical bottles. Additionally, the text presents a case report of AMN following nonocular trauma, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and diagnosing this rare retinal entity. Overall, this text emphasizes the importance of awareness and caution in the use and storage of EC liquid and the diagnosis and treatment of AMN.
Citation
Jamison, Aaron, and David Lockington. “Ocular Chemical Injury Secondary to Electronic Cigarette Liquid Misuse.” JAMA Ophthalmology 134, no. 12 (December 1, 2016): 1443. https://doi.org/10.1001/jamaophthalmol.2016.3651.
