Association between statin use and tuberculosis risk in patients with bronchiectasis: a retrospective population-based cohort study in Taiwan
Journal
BMJ open respiratory research
Journal Volume
11
Journal Issue
1
Pages
e002077
Date Issued
2024-02-22
Author(s)
Abstract
Chronic airway diseases have been associated with an increased risk of tuberculosis (TB); however, data in patients with bronchiectasis is limited. Statins have been shown to exhibit anti-inflammatory effects by modulating the inflammatory response. This study investigated whether statin treatment could reduce the risk of TB in patients with bronchiectasis.
Subjects
Bronchiectasis; Tuberculosis
Type
journal article