Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis and Lung Cancer. A Systematic …
The primary aim of this meta-analysis is to determine whether IPF is independently associated with an elevated risk of lung cancer, accounting for confounding by age, sex, and smoking, because lung cancer risk in the general population is elevated in older males with prior smoking.
Pulmonary fibrosis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Feb 15, 2024 · Pulmonary fibrosis with no known cause is called idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Many people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis also may have gastroesophageal reflux disease, also called GERD. This condition occurs when acid …
Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis and Lung Cancer: Mechanisms …
Jan 30, 2019 · A significant number of IPF patients have risk factors, such as a history of smoking or concomitant emphysema, both of which can predispose the patient to lung cancer (LC) (mostly non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC)). In fact, IPF itself …
Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis and Lung Cancer. A Systematic
Conclusions: IPF is an increased independent risk factor for lung cancer, even after accounting for smoking. Further well-designed studies using modern consensus criteria are needed to explore mechanisms of this association.
Patients with IPF and lung cancer: diagnosis and management
Dec 11, 2017 · Several patients with IPF and concomitant lung cancer have been excluded from existing antifibrotic standards of care including nintedanib and pirfenidone. A consensus statement on the diagnostic and therapeutic work-up of such patients is sorely needed.
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and lung cancer: future ... - PubMed
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a progressive disease of pulmonary scarring. New treatments slow disease progression and allow pulmonary fibrosis patients to live longer. Persistent pulmonary fibrosis increases a patient's risk of developing lung cancer.
Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis and Lung Cancer: Mechanisms …
Jan 30, 2019 · A phase II trial evaluating the efficacy and safety of perioperative pirfenidone for prevention of acute exacerbation of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis in lung cancer patients undergoing pulmonary resection: West Japan Oncology Group 6711 L (PEOPLE Study).
The primary aim of this meta-analysis is to determine whether IPF is independently associated with an elevated risk of lung cancer, accounting for confounding by age, sex, and smoking, because lung cancer risk in the general population is elevated in older males with prior smoking.
Common Pathogenic Mechanisms Between Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis …
May 21, 2019 · Abstract. Abundant epidemiologic evidence supports an association between idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) and lung cancer.
Impact of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis on clinical outcomes of lung …
Apr 15, 2021 · Abstract. The clinical characteristics of lung cancer in patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) differ from those of lung cancer in patients without IPF. Thus, we aimed to...