Cardiovascular Effects of Switching From Tobacco Cigarettes to Electronic Cigarettes

E-cigarette (EC) use is increasing exponentially worldwide. The early cardiovascular effects of switching from tobacco cigarettes (TC) to EC in chronic smokers is unknown. Meta-analysis of flow-mediated dilation (FMD) studies indicate 13% lower pooled, adjusted relative risks of cardiovascular events with every 1% improvement in FMD. This study sought to determine the early vascular impact of switching from TC to EC in chronic smokers. The...