Thorax
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Effect of statins on disease-related outcomes in patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.
Data are conflicting regarding the possible effects of statins in patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). This post hoc analysis assessed the effects of statin therapy on disease-related outcomes in IPF. ⋯ This post hoc analysis supports the hypothesis that statins may have a beneficial effect on clinical outcomes in IPF. Prospective clinical trials are required to validate these observations.