Suspected Cannabis Vaping-Induced Pericardial Effusion.

Nicole Maharaj, Steven Swarath, Rajeev Seecheran, Valmiki Seecheran, Naveen Anand Seecheran
Author Information
  1. Nicole Maharaj: North Central Regional Health Authority, Mt. Hope, Trinidad and Tobago.
  2. Steven Swarath: North Central Regional Health Authority, Mt. Hope, Trinidad and Tobago.
  3. Rajeev Seecheran: University of Kansas Medical Center, Wichita, USA.
  4. Valmiki Seecheran: North Central Regional Health Authority, Mt. Hope, Trinidad and Tobago.
  5. Naveen Anand Seecheran: The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago. ORCID

Abstract

Pericardial effusions refer to an excess accumulation of fluid within the pericardial cavity. The etiology is diverse, with most cases being idiopathic in nature. We report a case of suspected cannabis vaping-induced pericardial effusion in a 31-year-old South Asian patient, which was successfully managed with high-dose aspirin, colchicine therapy, and cannabis vaping cessation. Clinicians should be aware of the possible cardiovascular complications of cannabis vaping.

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MeSH Term

Humans
Adult
Vaping
Cannabis
Pericardial Effusion

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