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Area of Science:

  • Pulmonology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and tuberculosis (TB) are major global health concerns, disproportionately affecting developing countries.
  • While smoking is a primary COPD risk factor, non-smoking factors like biomass fuel exposure, childhood infections, and prior TB are increasingly recognized, particularly in developing regions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the epidemiology, clinical features, mechanisms, and management of COPD associated with tuberculosis.
  • To highlight the role of prior tuberculosis as a risk factor for chronic airflow obstruction.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive literature search was conducted across PubMed, EMBASE, and CINAHL databases.
  • Search terms included "Tuberculosis," "COPD," and "Tuberculosis associated COPD."
  • All study types were included in the review.

Main Results:

  • A history of tuberculosis is a notable risk factor for developing chronic airflow obstruction.
  • COPD can manifest during or after tuberculosis treatment.
  • Developing countries bear a significant burden of both tuberculosis and subsequent chronic airflow obstruction.

Conclusions:

  • Prompt diagnosis and effective treatment of tuberculosis are crucial for mitigating the future public health burden of COPD.
  • Addressing non-smoking risk factors for COPD is essential, particularly in tuberculosis-endemic areas.