Introduction: Recognition and management of some possible consequences of stopping smoking

ABSTRACT

While stopping smoking has a range of profoundly beneficial consequences, the immediate aftermath of smoking cessation often generates at least some negative effects. This collection of review articles covers both sides of this often difficult equation to provide clinicians with guidance on recognising and managing a range of short-term sequelae of smoking cessation.

Key words: :

• Cardiovascular disease
• Endocrine effects
• Nicotine withdrawal
• Psychiatric disorders
• Respiratory disease
• Smoking cessation

Acknowledgements

Declaration of interest: The Guest Editor (P. H.) undertakes consultancy for and has received research funds from a number of companies developing and manufacturing smoking cessation products, including Pfizer. Editorial support was provided by Envision Pharma Ltd and was funded by Pfizer Ltd.