Enhancing Prognostic Assessment for Influenza-Associated Pneumonia: An Examination of Contributing Risk Factors

CONCLUSIONS: The prognosis of influenza-associated pneumonia can be effectively predicted by assessing peripheral blood parameters, including lymphocyte count, albumin level, urinary markers, and the oxygenation index upon admission. Notably, the Composite Index LOAU, as a comprehensive amalgamation of these factors, holds promising potential to enhance prognostic precision and management outcomes in cases of influenza-associated pneumonia.PMID:37652408

Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine - August 31, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Yi Lin Yuping Li Xiang Lian Zhenping Qian Weijie Wang Pingguang Zhu Source Type: research