Clinical Guidance Suggests E-Cigarettes as Smoking Cessation Tool

An international expert group has issued new guidance in JAMA, recommending clinicians discuss nicotine e-cigarettes as an evidence-based option for adults seeking to quit combustible cigarettes. The guidance suggests e-cigarettes are more effective than nicotine replacement therapy for cessation and can serve as a harm-reduction strategy, emphasizing patient-centered, shared decision-making for a complete transition away from smoking.