A systematic review and meta-analysis of the association between e-cigarette use and cigarette abstinence or changes in continued cigarette smoking among individuals who smoke cigarettes

Key Points

• The research aims to evaluate the relationship between e-cigarette use and changes in cigarette smoking behavior.
• Conducted a systematic review of existing literature.
• Performed a meta-analysis of data on e-cigarette use and smoking cessation.
• Included studies focused on individuals who smoke cigarettes.
• E-cigarette use is associated with increased rates of cigarette smoking cessation.
• Nicotine-containing e-cigarettes show effectiveness in reducing smoking behavior.
• Further studies are needed to confirm these effects beyond one year.