A study presented at the European Congress of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases found an association between tuberculosis (TB) infection and an increased risk of various cancers. The study, conducted in South Korea, revealed that TB patients had a significantly higher incidence of cancer compared to the general population, including lung, blood, gynecological, colorectal, thyroid, and esophagus/stomach cancers. Risk factors for cancer in TB patients included current smoking, heavy alcohol consumption, chronic liver disease, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. The researchers recommend screening and management for cancer in patients with TB due to the identified risk factors.
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Study finds association between TB infection and increased risk of various cancers
