A global prevalence of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) use among students: a systematic review and meta-analysis of 4,189,145 subjects.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The use of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS), including e-cigarettes, vape pens, hookah pens, e-cigars, and e-pipes, has grown in popularity worldwide, particularly among young individuals. However, these products are not without risks, as their emissions may contain harmful substances such as diacetyl (a flavoring agent linked to specific pulmonary problems in high concentrations), tobacco-specific nitrosamines, and volatile organic compounds with unknown long-term effects on lung health.

Objective

This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to assess the prevalence of ENDS use among school and college students on a global scale.

Methods

A comprehensive search was conducted in PubMed, Scopus, Cochrane Library, and Web of Science databases. Two

SUBMITTER: Albadrani MS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11603929 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature