๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-03-18

Impact of E-cigarette Use on the Body (NCT04972513)

The Emerging Adulthood Health Project

๐Ÿ”ต Active, Not Recruiting Interventional Protocol ๐Ÿ“Š Observational Clinical Research Sponsor: Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

This study examines how electronic (e)-cigarette use impacts the body, by studying both users and non-users of e-cigarettes. Early evidence indicates that e-cig users experience adverse health effects. Results of this study may help policy-makers develop standards for different types of tobacco.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center โ€” Columbus, Ohio

Age range: 15 Years to 25 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • Biospecimen Collection (PROCEDURE)
  • Nitric Oxide Breath Test (PROCEDURE)
  • Oscillometry (PROCEDURE)
  • Spirometry (PROCEDURE)
  • Survey Administration (OTHER)
  • Endothelial function (PROCEDURE)

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center โ€” Columbus, Ohio

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Review the official NIH record below to find the coordinating site.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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