A Meta‐Analysis on the Incidence and Associated Factors of Pulmonary Fungal Infections in Lung Cancer Patients: Evidence Predominantly From Chinese Studies in the Chinese and English Literature

Key Points

• To assess the incidence and associated factors of pulmonary fungal infections in lung cancer patients through a meta-analysis.
• Conducted a meta-analysis focusing on Chinese studies and English literature.
• Analyzed incidence rates of pulmonary fungal infections in lung cancer patients.
• The pulmonary fungal infection rate was 14.00% in lung cancer patients.
• Identification of factors aiding in early screening and intervention for infections.