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Review
. 2018 Aug;10(Suppl 22):S2588-S2592.
doi: 10.21037/jtd.2018.07.99.

E-cigarettes/electronic nicotine delivery systems: a word of caution on health and new product development

Michael Unger  1 , Darian W Unger  2
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Review

E-cigarettes/electronic nicotine delivery systems: a word of caution on health and new product development

Michael Unger et al. J Thorac Dis. 2018 Aug.

Abstract

This paper describes the introduction, development, and proliferation of new electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS). The use of non-combustible tobacco products is considered a means for improving public health and reducing the mortality attributed to cigarette smoking. The effects and use of ENDS are described, with studies to date indicating that, despite differences in toxicity, there is insufficient evidence that ENDS leads to smoking cessation. Finally, research questions are proposed to address key unanswered questions about the effects of such systems.

Keywords: Electronic nicotine delivery system (ENDS); harm reduction; health hazards; marketing; product technology; smoking cessation.

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Conflict of interest statement

Conflicts of Interest: The authors have no conflicts of interest to declare.

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