The effect of atorvastatin combined with azithromycin on lung function and right heart function in COPD patients with concomitant pulmonary hypertension

This retrospective study suggests potential associations between combination therapy with atorvastatin and azithromycin and improvements in functional outcomes in COPD patients with concomitant PH. These findings warrant prospective validation in randomized controlled trials.

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Frontiers in Medicine
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2026-01-29
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https://doi.org/10.3389/fmed.2025.1667773
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Research
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The effect of atorvastatin combined with azithromycin on lung function and right heart function in COPD patients with concomitant pulmonary hypertension

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The effect of atorvastatin combined with azithromycin on lung function and right heart function in COPD patients with concomitant pulmonary hypertension

Saiyu Li, Jing Li, Zhiyi Ma, Youtang Li, Weiwei Que
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Abstract

This retrospective study suggests potential associations between combination therapy with atorvastatin and azithromycin and improvements in functional outcomes in COPD patients with concomitant PH. These findings warrant prospective validation in randomized controlled trials.

Frontiers in MedicineVol. 12
Fujian Medical University (CN), First Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University (CN)
Good health and well-being
Openalex Percentile: Top 76%
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Research
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