Del Riccio

Jan 6, 2025 | tobaccocontrol.bmj.com | Del Riccio

BackgroundTobacco use is linked to increased cancer risk, and people who smoke represent a large proportion of newly diagnosed patients with cancer. The fact that smoking cessation at the time of diagnosis can improve the patient’s life expectancy is still not broadly understood. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to quantify the survival benefits obtainable by quitting smoking on diagnosis. We included articles found in MEDLINE and EMBASE until 2 January 2024.