Delphi consensus methodology to gauge expert perspectives on smoking prevention, cessation and harm reduction in Italy.

ABSTRACT: The role of smoke-free alternatives to cigarettes for tobacco harm reduction remains controversial. This study was conducted to understand the perspectives of a panel of Italian experts on this topic. Using Delphi consensus methodology, expert opinions on the use of smoke-free alternatives, tobacco harm reduction and anti-smoking legislation were gathered and analyzed. In July 2022, a Scientific Committee, including five members, proposed 38 statements spanning three areas: (1) harm from tobacco smoking and strategies for harm reduction; (2) smoke-free alternatives to cigarettes; and (3) anti-smoking legislation. Between August and November 2022, the Expert Panel, including members of the Scientific Committee and 15 other key opinion leaders, voted on the statements in two rounds. Consensu

SUBMITTER: Caponnetto P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11826420 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature