Vaping vs. smoking: new study scans blood vessel damage in real time

NCT ID NCT05271578

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study used MRI scans and blood tests to see how a single use of an e-cigarette (with or without nicotine) or a tobacco cigarette affects blood vessel function and inflammation. 55 current smokers and vapers were compared to a group of non-smokers/non-vapers. The goal was to understand the immediate physical effects of these products, not to test a treatment.

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Conditions

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Inflammation Vaping

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Locations

  • University of Pennsylvania

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States

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