Table 6.
Results summary for NRT and reproduction/development—head circumference/length of infant
| CAF no.a | References | Comparison | Endpoint (cm) | Mean difference (95 % CI) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | Oncken et al. (2008) | Nicotine versus placebo gum | Infant length | 1.0 (−0.1 to 2.1)b |
| Head circumference | 0.5 (−0.1 to 1.1)b | |||
| 18 | Berlin et al. (2014) | Nicotine versus placebo patch | Infant length | 0.34 (−0.31 to 0.98)c |
| Head circumference | −0.20 (−0.63 to 0.24)c |
a CAF critical assessment form. Both studies are clinical trials
bUnadjusted mean difference estimated from data provided
cUnadjusted mean difference