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This research aims to map the global prevalence of smokeless tobacco use during pregnancy and identify high-risk populations.

March 19, 2026Substance Use &amp Addiction Journal0 citations

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Unseen Threats: Mapping the Global Prevalence of Smokeless Tobacco Use in Pregnancy—A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

SRSudhakar RamamoorthyGuntur Medical College IKIruvaram Sudhir Chaitanya KumarAll India Institute of Medical Sciences MMMishu ManglaAll India Institute of Medical Sciences

Key Points

This research aims to map the global prevalence of smokeless tobacco use during pregnancy and identify high-risk populations.
Conducted a systematic review of relevant literature
Performed a meta-analysis of prevalence data
Focused on socioeconomically disadvantaged groups
Identified significant smokeless tobacco use in various regions
Highlighted a higher prevalence in disadvantaged populations
Emphasized a need for targeted interventions and policy strategies

Abstract

SLT use during pregnancy is prevalent in several parts of the world, especially among socioeconomically disadvantaged populations. These findings underscore the urgent need for targeted tobacco control interventions, maternal health education, and region-specific policy strategies addressing SLT use during pregnancy. Increased awareness, regulatory action, and integration of SLT screening in antenatal care services are warranted.

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Ramamoorthy et al. (Tue,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69bb9247496e729e6297f7d6 https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1177/29767342261421818

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