Maternal Tobacco Use: Systemic Effects, Complications, and Cessation Strategies
1. Introduction Maternal tobacco use remains a significant public health concern with profound systemic implications for female physiology. The inhalation of combustible tobacco smoke introduces thousands of distinct chemical compounds into the bloodstream, many of which are proven carcinogens, heavy metals, and toxic gases. Nicotine, the primary addictive alkaloid in tobacco, drives the physical dependence … Read more