Age, host response, and mortality in COVID-19
Viviane Cordeiro Veiga, Alexandre Biasi Cavalcanti
Abstract
<h3>Tweetable abstract</h3> <b>Increased age is a strong risk factor for mortality in patients with COVID-19. Understanding the dynamic changes in plasma biomarkers associated with age is crucial for unravelling the intricate interplay between ageing, immune response and outcomes.</b>https://bit.ly/3BWgSjP
Topics & Concepts
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)AgeingImmune systemHost (biology)Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2)Host factorsHost response2019-20 coronavirus outbreakMedicineBiologyImmunologyVirologyInternal medicineVirusGeneticsInfectious disease (medical specialty)OutbreakDiseaseCOVID-19 Clinical Research StudiesLong-Term Effects of COVID-19Respiratory Support and Mechanisms