Non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis in Taiwan.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Bronchiectasis exhibits substantial heterogeneity across geographic locations and includes a diverse range of aetiologies. Limited large-scale data are available for Southeast Asian countries.

Methods

This was a multicentre, retrospective, observational cohort study. Between January 2017 and June 2020, comprehensive clinical data were collected on enrolment, and 1-year follow-ups were conducted using an electronic case report form.

Results

A total of 2753 patients were enrolled. The mean age of the patients was 67 years. Forty-two per cent (1150/2753) of patients were male. The mean modified Reiff score was 5.0±3.3. The proportions of bacteria, tuberculosis and nontuberculous mycobacteria cultured from sputum within 1 year of follow-up were 46% (381/829),

SUBMITTER: Chang CL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12496070 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature