This article investigates the cardiovascular health effects of vaping, using data from a study comparing smokers who switched to vaping as opposed to quitting entirely from quitting completely using data from Korea’s National Health Insurance Database to compare their heart health outcomes post PCI intervention.
Understanding the Study
This research divided participants according to their smoking behaviors following PCI, such as continuing, quitting or switching to vape (vape users were divided into dual users and exclusive users) for easy analysis and focus. Major Adverse Cardiac Events (MACEs), such as heart attacks or repeat surgeries were the primary objective.
Impact on Vapers
The study revealed that those who switched to vape or quit smoking experienced significantly reduced risks for MACEs compared with traditional smokers, specifically exclusive vapers who experienced lower risks than dual users, suggesting vaping may be healthier option for heart health.
Debunking Myths
There are a few misconceptions surrounding vaping and heart health that must be dispelled. First, vaping is not as detrimental to the cardiovascular system as smoking; while still carrying risks, vaping may lower the chance of heart issues when compared to smoking. Second, quitting smoking alone won’t improve heart health; switching to electronic cigarettes might provide another avenue. But it is essential to remember that vaping still carries its own risks.
For optimal cardiovascular health, avoiding dual use of cigarettes and vape is vital to good heart health. Monitoring nicotine levels while remaining aware of vaping’s impact on health should also be key considerations.
