Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors Use and Effects on Prognosis of COVID-19 Infection: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Wenwei Qian, Ying Ye, Lugen Zuo, Ting Song, Qing Xu, Yinghong Wang, Jun Qian, Yun Tian
Abstract
It is uncertain whether prior exposure to ICIs increases the risk of severe disease and death, however the observed OR suggest a higher rate of hospitalization.
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