The Increased Risk for Postinfluenza Pneumonia Among Cystic Fibrosis Carriers—A Population-Based Study - Takeaways - MDSpire

The Increased Risk for Postinfluenza Pneumonia Among Cystic Fibrosis Carriers—A Population-Based Study

  • By

  • Aaron C Miller

  • D Erik Boonstra

  • Joe E Cavanaugh

  • Mahmoud H Abou Alaiwa

  • Alejandro P Comellas

  • Douglas B Hornick

  • David A Stoltz

  • Philip M Polgreen

  • October 23, 2025

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    Cystic fibrosis carriers have a 34% higher risk of developing pneumonia after influenza compared to noncarriers.

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    The incidence rate of pneumonia is 55% greater among cystic fibrosis carriers than matched controls.

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    Influenza infections significantly increase the risk of pulmonary exacerbations in individuals with cystic fibrosis.

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    Cystic fibrosis carriers are at increased risk for respiratory infections and bronchiectasis, contrary to previous beliefs.

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    The study utilized a large insurance claims database to analyze the risk of postinfluenza pneumonia in cystic fibrosis carriers.

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The Increased Risk for Postinfluenza Pneumonia Among Cystic Fibrosis Carriers—A Population-Based Study

  • by Aaron C Miller, D Erik Boonstra, Joe E Cavanaugh, Mahmoud H Abou Alaiwa, Alejandro P Comellas, Douglas B Hornick, David A Stoltz, Philip M Polgreen

  • October 23, 2025

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