| Literature DB >> 20231237 |
A Singanayagam1, J D Chalmers, A T Hill.
Abstract
Inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) are commonly used in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Recent large prospective trials have reported an increased incidence of pneumonia in patients treated with ICS. Despite this, the link between ICS and pneumonia remains controversial. In this review, pro and con arguments for the association between ICS and increased pneumonia risk are discussed, drawing on evidence from experimental and clinical research.Entities:
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Year: 2010 PMID: 20231237 DOI: 10.1093/qjmed/hcq023
Source DB: PubMed Journal: QJM ISSN: 1460-2393