Marijuana “bong” pseudomonas lung infection: a detrimental recreational experience

We report a case of marijuana smoking via a “bong” device, which has resulted in severe Pseudomonas aeruginosa necrotizing pneumonia treated with conservative medical therapy. This case highlights the importance of recognizing that life‐threatening pneumonia can potentially be linked to marijuana and “bong” usage. Complicated cases should be considered for early surgical intervention.

Marijuana remains a popular recreational psychoactive substance that can be smoked through a water pipe. We report a case of marijuana smoking via a “bong” device that resulted in severe, life‐threatening Pseudomonas aeruginosa necrotizing pneumonia. This case highlights the importance of recognizing life‐threatening pneumonia potentially linked to marijuana and “bong” usage.

Source: Respirology Case Reports - December 22, 2017 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Agni Nhirmal Kumar, Chun Ian Soo, Boon Hau Ng, Tidi Hassan, Andrea Yu ‐Lin Ban, Roslina Abdul Manap Tags: Case Report Source Type: research