Comparison of respiratory symptoms and pulmonary functions of adult male cigarette smokers and non-smokers in Sri Lanka; A comparative analytical study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Cigarette smoking has long been associated with decreased lung function and increased respiratory symptoms globally. While this relationship is well-established, a critical gap exists in our understanding of the specific impact of smoking intensity on individual lung volumes, particularly among the general population. Despite numerous studies conducted on this topic worldwide, there is a noticeable absence of research focusing on the Sri Lankan population, and South Asian studies in this context remain sparse. This study evaluated the prevalence of respiratory symptoms and pulmonary function changes among chronic cigarette smokers and compared them with non-smokers. Furthermore, the proposed study intends to close this gap by undertaking a systematic assessment of the in

SUBMITTER: Herath P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11819500 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature