A Debate: Can We Recommend Electronic Cigarettes to Our Patients? Opinion 2

Abstract

Electronic cigarettes are more and more frequently used to deliver nicotine. They are used both by the users of regular cigarettes and those who to date have not smoked. The literature about potential impact of electronic nicotine delivery systems on health is constantly growing. Particular concern is expressed about toxicity of chemical compounds and elements delivered with the vapour of electronic cigarettes. It turns out that products that have positive image in media, actually are not so beneficial. Furthermore, they not only may cause damage to health but also death.

Are E-Cigarettes Good or Bad?

“…In this issue of "Advances in Respiratory Medicine" we can find interesting discussion pro/ contra in the context of neccessary statement of Polish experts [6,7]. One paper showed many influences of e-cigarettes on cells, lung function, lung development and diseases progress that should be considered.…”

E-papierosy—Samo zło czy lepsze z dwojga złego?

“…Niniejszy suplement "Advances in Respiratory Medicine" zawiera tłumaczenie ciekawej debaty za i przeciw, przygotowanej przez polskich ekspertów [6,7]. W jednym z artykułów wskazano na wiele różnych następstw e-palenia na poziomie komórki, wpływie na czynność płuc, na ich rozwój oraz progresję chorób układu oddechowego.…”