Statins May Help Patients with COPD

Although statins are most known for lowering cholesterol, scientists have known for a while that statins also have additional, beneficial properties. Statins have the ability to decrease inflammation and lower the risk of death in people with heart disease. However, a recent study suggests that statins may also be able to benefit people diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD.

Scientists at University of British Columbia in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada have examined results from several studies looking at the effects of statins in people with COPD. From these studies, it was shown that statins benefited people with COPD by reducing intubation, improving lung function, and reducing the likelihood of death.

Although more studies are needed, they definitely illustrate the possible potential statins may have on COPD.

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