School of Medicine's Warren says that vapes, nicotine pouches linked with complications, re-rupture after Achilles tendon repair

Vapes, nicotine pouches linked with complications, re-rupture after Achilles tendon repair

Healio: Jalen Warren, orthopedic surgery resident at the School of Medicine, commented on how nicotine affects tissue perfusion, promotes immune dysfunction and increases oxidative stress. “Nicotine devices are not and should not be thought of as an alternative to traditional tobacco use that decreases postoperative risk,” Warren said.