Photo-ageing for smoking cessation in pregnancy: A pilot study

Abstract

 Pregnancy is a key life event where provision of smoking cessation interventions may have increased success.  The AprilAge Age Progression Software is a novel technological intervention proven to reduce nicotine dependence.  Recruitment and retention of pregnant women was challenging despite numerous protocol modifications, due to a variety of barriers preventing women from engaging with the study.  Perceived stigma associated with smoking during pregnancy may be the biggest factor preventing disclosure of smoking status, leading to fewer women being offered intervention.  We do not recommend this intervention in the pregnant population.