Effects of Flammable and Non-Flammable Nicotine Products on Kidney Health.

Background

Cigarette smoking is a widely recognized risk factor for several diseases and a crucial problem in global health, as it contributes to the development and worsening of various diseases, resulting in an increase in both morbidity and mortality. One of the strategies to reduce the impact of tobacco damage is based on the transition from flammable to non-flammable nicotine products.

Objectives

The aim of this narrative review is to summarize the effects of traditional cigarette smoking and non-combustible nicotine products on kidney function.

Conclusions

The evidence shows that both combustible and non-combustible nicotine products have harmful effects on kidney health and may promote the onset and progression of kidney dysfunction, leading to chronic kidney disease (CKD).