Obstetrical & gynecological survey
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Obstet Gynecol Surv · Sep 2018
ReviewThe Use of Electronic Cigarettes in Pregnancy: A Review of the Literature.
Electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) use in pregnancy has been steadily increasing and has been hyped as being a safe alternative to cigarette smoking during pregnancy. This review discloses what is currently known about e-cigarette use in pregnancy and the effects of its use on pregnancy outcomes. ⋯ The amount of nicotine consumed in cigarette smoking is similar to the amount of nicotine consumed with e-cigarettes. The effects of nicotine exposure during fetal development are well known and include effects on multiple organ systems.