Case Report: A literature review of the medical complications arising from etomidate-laced vapes and two case studies of hypokalemia associated with etomidate use - Scorecard - MDSpire
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Case Report: A literature review of the medical complications arising from etomidate-laced vapes and two case studies of hypokalemia associated with etomidate use
Clinical Scorecard: Case Study and Literature Review: Medical Issues Linked to Etomidate-Infused Vaping and Two Instances of Hypokalemia Related to Etomidate Usage
At a Glance
Category
Detail
Condition
Key Mechanisms
Inhibition of 11β-hydroxylase leading to adrenal dysfunction and mineralocorticoid excess
Target Population
Care Setting
Key Highlights
Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
Screen for hypokalemia in patients with history of etomidate use
Management
Referral to National Addictions Management Service for treatment
Monitoring & Follow-up
Regular monitoring of serum potassium levels
Risks
Risk of severe adrenal insufficiency and hypokalemic paralysis
Patient & Prescribing Data
Individuals with a history of etomidate-laced vaporizer use
Approximately 40% of patients screened had hypokalemia, mostly asymptomatic
