(Press-News.org) About The Study: Among people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) at high risk of exacerbation, treatment with the β1-selective β-blocker bisoprolol did not reduce the number of self-reported COPD exacerbations requiring treatment with oral corticosteroids, antibiotics, or both.
Quote from corresponding author Graham Devereux, M.D.:
“People with COPD are at increased risk of cardiovascular conditions that benefit from treatment with beta-blockers. However, there is a well-documented reluctance for physicians to prescribe beta-blockers for people with cardiovascular disease and COPD.
“These findings will help physicians and patients with COPD assess the risks and benefits of using bisoprolol to treat cardiovascular disease.”
Contact information for Graham Devereux, M.D.: email graham.devereux@lstmed.ac.uk.
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(doi:10.1001/jama.2024.8771)
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Bisoprolol in patients with COPD at high risk of exacerbation
JAMA
2024-05-19
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