Nicotine is a dangerous substance extracted from tobacco leaves. When nicotine is absorbed in excessive amounts, it can lead to respiratory failure and cardiac arrest. The commercialization of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) has allowed users to directly handle e-cigarette liquid. Consequently, the risk of liquid nicotine exposure has increased. We describe our experience of managing the case of a patient who orally ingested a high concentration of liquid nicotine from e-cigarette liquid. The patient presented with bradycardia and hypotension, which are symptoms of parasympathetic stimulation, together with impaired consciousness. He recovered following treatment with atropine and a vasopressor.
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Paik, J. H., Kang, S., Durey, A., Kim, J. H., & Kim, A. J. (2018). Symptomatic bradycardia due to nicotine Intoxication. Revista Brasileira de Terapia Intensiva, 30(1), 121–126. https://doi.org/10.5935/0103-507X.20180018
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