The existence of asthma increases bronchiectasis exacerbation

Background: Bronchiectasis and asthma are common respiratory diseases worldwide. However, the influence of asthma on bronchiectasis remains unclear. The objective of this study is to analyze the effects of asthma on bronchiectasis exacerbation. Methods: Data from inpatients diagnosed with bronchiectasis with or without asthma at Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital between January 2013 and December 2014 was retrospectively collected and analyzed. 249 patients with only bronchiectasis and 214 patients with both bronchiectasis and asthma were included in the study. Follow-up records were used to evaluate exacerbations due…