Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Zhao Liu, Rui Qin, Xue-Jun Hu, Li-Jun Liu, Su-Qin Xu, Guo-Chao Shi, Hong Zhou, Jing Bai, Chun-Mei Zhang, Yong Qi, Wei Zhou, Shu-Hua Lan, Jin Tong, Tong-Sheng Su, Qiang Wang, Xin-Yan Yang, De-Jun Sun, Li-Ming Zhu, Xiao-Yang Chen, Hong Chen, Yu-Peng Xie, Zhi-Hua Xiao, Yan-Bin Chen, Bo Zhao, Qiu-Ge Wu, Wen-Li Chen, Dong-Yan Li, Hongbo Liu, An-Qi Cheng, Zi-Yang Cui, Liang Zhao, Jin-Xuan Li, Xiao-Wen Wei, Xin-Mei Zhou, Zheng Su, Kian Fan Chung, Zheng-Ming Chen, Dan Xiao, Chen Wang
Summary: A nationwide cohort study in China found significant variations in tobacco cessation treatment across different regions, with areas using more cessation medication showing better treatment outcomes. After 3-month treatment and 3-month follow-up, 21.74% of participants successfully quit smoking.
LANCET REGIONAL HEALTH-WESTERN PACIFIC
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Chayutthaphong Chaisai, Kednapa Thavorn, Somkiat Wattanasirichaigoon, Suthat Rungruanghiranya, Araya Thongphiew, Piyameth Dilokthornsakul, Shaun Wen Huey Lee, Nathorn Chaiyakunapruk
Summary: The multidisciplinary smoking cessation clinics in Thailand have been proven effective in helping smokers quit smoking. The clinics had a higher success rate for smokers with cardiovascular disease, cerebrovascular disease, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. This study suggests that including multidisciplinary smoking cessation clinics in the universal health care benefits package would be beneficial.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Nursing
Kenza Laroussy, Yolanda Castellano, Marcela Fu, Antoni Baena, Ariadna Feliu, Armando Peruga, Merce Margalef, Jon Aldazabal, Olena Tigova, Jordi Galimany, Montserrat Puig, Carmen Moreno, Albert Bueno, Antonio Lopez, Judith Roca, Judith Saura, Esteve Fernandez, Cristina Martinez
Summary: This study aims to describe transitions in smoking status and their determining factors among nursing students between baseline and follow-up. The study found that nondaily smokers were more likely to quit smoking during the follow-up period among this cohort of nursing students.
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Phuoc Hong Le, Can Van Phan, Dung Thuy Thi Truong, Nguyet Minh Ho, Ikeda Shuyna, Ngoan Tran Le
Summary: This study evaluated the impact of waterpipe tobacco (WTP) smoking on all-cause mortality. The results showed that smokers had a higher risk of mortality compared to non-smokers. Specifically, current WTP smokers and dual smokers using WTP and cigarettes had significantly elevated mortality risk. Smoking cessation for more than 10 years decreased the risk of all-cause mortality and cancer.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF EPIDEMIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Randi M. Williams, Marisa Cordon, Ellie Eyestone, Laney Smith, George Luta, Brady J. McKee, Shawn M. Regis, David B. Abrams, Raymond S. Niaura, Cassandra A. Stanton, Vicky Parikh, Kathryn L. Taylor
Summary: This study found that lung cancer screening could serve as a teachable moment for smoking cessation, with individuals who were extremely worried about lung cancer being more motivated to quit smoking and more ready to quit within the next 30 days.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Xuechan Yu, Yiming Yu, Hongying Ma, Zhongbo Chen, Zaichun Deng
Summary: There is a significant correlation between smoking and mental activities after dinner, with patients engaging in mental activities after dinner consuming more cigarettes. This study provides evidence that mental activities after dinner are a risk factor for smoking.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Tomomi Kihara, Kazumasa Yamagishi, Hiroyasu Iso, Akiko Tamakoshi
Summary: Smoking is a significant risk factor for pneumonia, but quitting smoking can reduce the risk of pneumonia death, especially for those who have quit for more than 10 years.
PREVENTIVE MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Mette Rasmussen, Matz Larsson, Hans Gilljam, Johanna Adami, Sanne Warjerstam, Ann Post, Thomas Bjork-Eriksson, Asgeir R. Helgason, Hanne Tonnesen
Summary: This study aims to facilitate and improve the evaluation of national tobacco cessation efforts among disadvantaged and vulnerable groups of tobacco users. Data will be collected by established tobacco cessation counsellors in Sweden, using a prospective cohort study design. The ethical considerations and dissemination plan for the project have been approved and planned accordingly.
Article
Surgery
Vivian L. Wang, Anahita D. Jalilvand, Anand Gupta, Jennwood Chen, Chaitanya Vadlamudi, Kyle A. Perry
Summary: In this retrospective study, it was found that smokers and non-smokers who underwent LARS surgery had similar outcomes in terms of symptom resolution, PPI cessation rates, and satisfaction with the surgery.
SURGICAL ENDOSCOPY AND OTHER INTERVENTIONAL TECHNIQUES
(2021)
Article
Nursing
Marta Civljak, Lovro Ackar, Livia Puljak
Summary: Nurses in Croatia have limited knowledge and use of smoking cessation interventions, with a low percentage of nurses receiving training in this area. The high prevalence of smoking among nurses may impact the effectiveness of workplace smoking cessation efforts.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Thinh Gia Nguyen, Hung Dinh Kieu, Dung Thuy Thi Truong, Khoa Xuan Ngo, Shunya Ikeda, Ngoan Tran Le
Summary: This study investigated the association between waterpipe smoking and nasopharyngeal cancer (NPC) mortality. It found that exclusive waterpipe smokers had a higher risk of NPC death compared to exclusive cigarette smokers. The intensity of waterpipe smoking, earlier age of smoking initiation, longer duration, and cumulative number of smoke lifetime were all positively associated with NPC risk. The findings suggest that waterpipe smoking is more harmful than cigarettes in developing NPC, and strict tobacco control measures are recommended.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Maki Inoue-Choi, Neal D. Freedman, Eiko Saito, Shiori Tanaka, Mayo Hirabayashi, Norie Sawada, Shoichiro Tsugane, Yoshiaki Usui, Hidemi Ito, Chaochen Wang, Akiko Tamakoshi, Taro Takeuchi, Yuri Kitamura, Mai Utada, Kotaro Ozasa, Yumi Sugawara, Ichiro Tsuji, Keiko Wada, Chisato Nagata, Taichi Shimazu, Tetsuya Mizoue, Keitaro Matsuo, Mariko Naito, Keitaro Tanaka, Kota Katanoda, Manami Inoue
Summary: A study in Japan found that even smoking a small number of cigarettes per day is associated with increased mortality risks. Both male and female low-intensity smokers had higher all-cause mortality risks compared to non-smokers, and the risk further increased with higher cigarette consumption.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF EPIDEMIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Katarzyna Poltyn-Zaradna, Piotr Psikus, Katarzyna Zatonska
Summary: The PURE Poland cohort study shows a decrease in current smoking prevalence over a 9-year follow-up period. Factors such as rural residence, female gender, lower education level, and older age group are associated with changes in attitudes towards tobacco smoking.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Wei Xia, William Ho Cheung Li, Yuan Hui Luo, Ting Na Liang, Laurie Long Kwan Ho, Ankie Tan Cheung, Peige Song
Summary: The study found that the 7-day point prevalence of cigarette abstinence was significantly lower among youth HTP users compared to non-HTP users, indicating that HTPs should not be promoted as smoking cessation or reduction aids among the youth population.
JOURNAL OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Zatil Zahidah Sharani, Nurhuda Ismail, Siti Munira Yasin, Muhamad Rodi Isa, Asmah Razali, Mas Ahmad Sherzkawee, Ahmad Izuanuddin Ismail, Yuvaraj Krishnamoorthy
Summary: This study aimed to develop a prognostic scoring tool to predict loss to follow-up (LTFU) among TB patients who smoke, in order to improve successful TB treatment outcomes. Using longitudinal data from the Malaysian Tuberculosis Information System (MyTB) database, a simple prognostic score (T-BACCO SCORE) was constructed. The model exhibited fair discrimination and good calibration, making it a reliable tool to predict the risk of LTFU among TB patients who smoke.
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Eivind Ness-Jensen, Erling Audun Bringeland, Patricia Mjones, Jesper Lagergren, Jon Erik Gronbech, Helge Waldum, Reidar Fossmark
Summary: This population-based study suggests that hypergastrinemia may not increase the risk of mortality in patients with gastric adenocarcinoma.
SCANDINAVIAN JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Wilhelm Leijonmarck, Johannes Asplund, Sheraz R. Markar, Fredrik Mattsson, Jesper Lagergren
Summary: This study investigated the influence of weekday of gastrectomy on long-term survival in patients with gastric adenocarcinoma in Sweden. The results showed that there was no significant impact of surgery on Thursday-Friday compared to Monday-Wednesday on 5-year all-cause mortality and 5-year disease-specific mortality.
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Erika R. Bjorna, Martine T. Engelsen, Hashem B. El-Serag, Eivind Ness-Jensen
Summary: This study assessed the prevalence and risk factors of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) in a general population. The results showed that obesity, increased waist circumference, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and dyslipidemia are risk factors for NAFLD, while being male and current smoker are associated with lower risk.
SCANDINAVIAN JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY
(2023)
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Anna-Klara Pettersson, Giola Santoni, Jacinth Yan, Cecilia Radkiewicz, Shaohua Xie, Helgi Birgisson, Eivind Ness-Jensen, My von Euler-Chelpin, Joonas H. Kauppila, Jesper Lagergren
Summary: This article presents the cohort description of the Nordic Helicobacter Pylori Eradication Project (NordHePEP), which aims to investigate the influence of HP eradication treatment on the risk of gastrointestinal cancer. The cohort includes adults who have been prescribed and dispensed HP eradication treatment in any of the five Nordic countries between 1994 and 2020. Individual-level data from multiple national registries have been retrieved and merged to analyze this cohort.
SCANDINAVIAN JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY
(2023)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Malin Huber, Charlotta Larsson, Jan-P Lehmann, Karin Strigard, Anna Lindam, Katarina Tunon
Summary: This study aims to determine the prevalence of postpartum anal sphincter defects using 3D endoanal ultrasonography (3D-EAUS) and evaluate their association with symptoms of pelvic floor pain and dyspareunia. The results showed that 20% of patients had anal sphincter defects at 3 months postpartum, and many of them were not clinically diagnosed with obstetric anal sphincter injury at the time of delivery. Patients with sonographic defects had higher fetal weight and a perineum <2 cm before the suture was a risk factor for defects. Patients with sonographic defects also had a higher frequency of dyspareunia and pelvic floor pain.
ACTA OBSTETRICIA ET GYNECOLOGICA SCANDINAVICA
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Cecilia Radkiewicz, Johannes Asplund, Jesper Lagergren
Summary: In a population-based cohort study in Sweden, the authors found differences in incidence and survival between early-onset and later-onset esophagogastric adenocarcinoma. Male predominance was higher in early-onset cases, except for noncardia gastric cancer. Early-onset patients had more advanced stages and signet ring cell morphology. Incidence trends were similar between early-onset and later-onset cases, with an increase in esophageal adenocarcinoma, stable cardia cancer, and a decrease in noncardia gastric cancer. Early-onset patients had better survival, especially in localized stages and women.
CANCER EPIDEMIOLOGY BIOMARKERS & PREVENTION
(2023)
Review
Oncology
Zhiqiang Liu, Yingfan Zhang, Jesper Lagergren, Shanshan Li, Jingru Li, Zhixian Zhou, Zhijian Hu, Shao-Hua Xie
Summary: This systematic review found that circulating levels of sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG) and testosterone may be associated with the risk of gastrointestinal cancer. Higher levels of SHBG were associated with increased risk of gastric and liver cancer, while higher levels of testosterone were associated with increased risk of liver cancer.
CANCER EPIDEMIOLOGY BIOMARKERS & PREVENTION
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Johannes P. U. Asplund, Hugh A. Mackenzie, Sheraz R. Markar, Jesper H. F. Lagergren
Summary: This study aimed to reveal the proficiency gain curves for surgeons operating patients with gastric cancer and found that at least 20 gastrectomies should be conducted with experienced support before performing the surgery independently. The study revealed proficiency gain curves regarding long-term survival, resection margin status, and lymph node yield in gastrectomy for gastric adenocarcinoma.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF CANCER
(2023)
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
John Maret-Ouda, Joni Panula, Giola Santoni, Shaohua Xie, Jesper Lagergren
Summary: Recent research suggests that the use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) is associated with an increased risk of pneumonia. However, existing evidence is inconclusive due to methodological issues. This study aimed to determine whether PPI use increases the risk of pneumonia while addressing methodological concerns.
JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY
(2023)
Article
Parasitology
Marije Boks, Mikael Lilja, Micael Widerstrom, Pontus Karling, Anna Lindam, Malin Sjostrom
Summary: In late 2010, a Cryptosporidium hominis outbreak in ostersund, Sweden affected 27,000 inhabitants. A prospective cohort study was conducted to investigate the long-term effects of the infection. Follow-up questionnaires were sent after 5 and 10 years, with a response rate of 74% after 10 years. The study found that cryptosporidiosis was associated with a threefold risk of reporting symptoms 10 years post-infection, and consistent symptoms were associated with prolonged infection.
PARASITOLOGY RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Eivind Ness-Jensen, Aslak Hammer, Laila Arnesdatter Hopstock
Summary: This study investigated the epidemiology of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) and its associated risk factors in a general population, analyzing data from three time periods: 1979-1980, 2007-2008, and 2015-2016. The results showed that the prevalence of GORD did not significantly change over the four decades. Overweight and smoking were consistently associated with GORD, but the importance of overweight as a risk factor became greater than smoking over time.
SCANDINAVIAN JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Qiao-Li Wang, Giola Santoni, Jesper Lagergren
Summary: The association between diabetes, metformin use, and survival of esophageal cancer patients is not clear. A population-based cohort study found that diabetes was associated with increased all-cause mortality, while metformin use was associated with decreased all-cause mortality. More research is needed to determine if metformin affects survival in esophageal cancer.
JNCI CANCER SPECTRUM
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Cecilia Radkiewicz, Therese M-L Andersson, Jesper Lagergren
Summary: This study calculated years of life lost (YLL) due to the top 10 solid tumors causing the most deaths, using data from the Swedish National Cancer and Cause of Death Registers. The results showed that lung and colorectal cancer remained the leading causes of YLL, while pancreatic and breast cancer moved up in rank. Prostate cancer, on the other hand, moved down in rank. Women consistently lost more life years due to lung and pancreatic cancer, and the decline in colorectal cancer mortality was only reflected as a YLL decline in women. YLL is a simple and intuitive measure that expands our understanding of the cancer burden on society.
JNCI CANCER SPECTRUM
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Dag Holmberg, Giola Santoni, My von Euler-Chelpin, Martti Farkkila, Joonas H. Kauppila, John Maret-Ouda, Eivind Ness-Jensen, Jesper Lagergren
Summary: Patients with non-erosive gastro-oesophageal reflux disease have a similar incidence of oesophageal adenocarcinoma as the general population.
BMJ-BRITISH MEDICAL JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Surgery
Sheraz R. Markar, Giola Santoni, Dag Holmberg, Joonas H. Kauppila, Jesper Lagergren
Summary: This study evaluated the association between annual hospital volume of bariatric surgery and long-term survival in patients with severe obesity. The results showed that higher annual hospital volume was associated with a lower risk of all-cause mortality.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF SURGERY
(2023)
