What is the effectiveness of smoking cessation interventions in smokers with cerebrovascular disease?
A systematic review conducted by Edjoc et al. (2012) found that smoking cessation interventions can be effective in reducing the risk of stroke in smokers with cerebrovascular disease. Their study found that smokers who received counseling and medication had a significantly greater reduction in stroke risk than those who received only counseling or no intervention. Additionally, the study found that the risk of stroke was reduced by up to 32% in smokers who received smoking cessation interventions compared to those who did not. Furthermore, the study concluded that there is strong evidence to suggest that smoking cessation interventions can reduce the risk of stroke in smokers with cerebrovascular disease. 