Vaping's hidden toll: 600 users tracked for heart and lung damage
NCT ID NCT06610838
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study follows 600 adults who vape nicotine regularly to see how it affects their heart and lungs over time. Participants undergo blood tests, lung scans, and heart stress tests at multiple visits. The goal is to understand the long-term health risks of e-cigarette use, which are still unknown.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could provide clear evidence on how long-term vaping affects heart and lung health, helping guide public health recommendations.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it won't test any intervention. Results may take years and could be influenced by other factors like age or weight.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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UW Center for Tobacco Research and Intervention
RECRUITINGMadison, Wisconsin, 53711, United States
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