Electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) use has risen rapidly over the past decade, despite limited knowledge of the risk of carcinogenesis and broader health implications. A recent systematic review summarizes the current evidence on carcinogen biomarkers in the urine of e-cigarette users. The findings warrant consideration and indicate that further insights are urgently needed.
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Rink, M. Electronic cigarettes and bladder cancer — a game-changer?. Nat Rev Urol 17, 435–436 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41585-020-0337-5
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