Impact of Smoking on Patients getting Hernia Repair Surgery In recent years, research has indicated that smokers have a higher risk of surgery-related complications such as heart attack, stroke, shock, and death when compared to patients who do not smoke
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Light cigar smokers (1-2 per day without inhalation) show mortality rates much closer to non-smokers than cigarette smokers, with some studies indicating only 2% higher mortality rates
Reviewed for Medical Accuracy Author: Sanjay Prajapati, MBBS Medical Topic: Human Physiology and Digestive Health Last Updated: July 2026 Disclaimer: This article is intended for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
Prospective surveys with long-term follow-up are needed to elucidate the chronic effect of e-cigarettes on mortality