Risk of herpes zoster among adults in the United States initiating immunosuppressive therapy: A retrospective cohort study

Key Points

• The research aims to investigate the risk of herpes zoster among adults starting immunosuppressive therapy.
• Conducted a retrospective cohort study
• Analyzed data from adults initiating immunosuppressive therapy
• Evaluated the incidence of herpes zoster and related complications
• Found a higher risk of herpes zoster in patients using immunosuppressive medications
• Identified significant complications associated with herpes zoster in this population