E-CIGARETTE USE AND RISK OF RESPIRATORY DISEASE IN ADOLESCENTS AND YOUNG ADULTS

Abstract

Objective: To determine the risk of respiratory diseases due to the use of electronic cigarettes. Materials
and Methods: Integrative review, based on the analysis of complete scientific articles in databases such as: PubMed, Scopus and SciELO, using the PRISMA method, in the period 2018-2023, in English and Spanish. Results: Of the 95 scientific articles that were obtained, 20 met the selection criteria and were selected to meet the stated objectives. The remaining 75 articles were excluded. Conclusions: This study identified the risks of suffering from respiratory diseases associated with the use of electronic cigarettes. The most significant risks include chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, pneumonia, lung injury associated
with electronic cigarettes or vaping, respiratory distress syndrome, pulmonary hypertension, and asthma.
Symptoms may also include signs and symptoms of respiratory infections, development of cardiovascular
and gastrointestinal diseases, and the onset of addiction. The study found that males are more susceptible
to respiratory diseases, with the 14-35 age group being particularly affected. This is becoming a growing public health concern.