Disparities in COVID-19 Mortality Amongst the Immunosuppressed: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis for Enhanced Disease Surveillance

Excess COVID-associated mortality among the immunosuppressed compared to immunocompetent was seen to vary significantly across subgroups. This novel means of subdivision has prospective benefit for targeting patient triage, shielding and vaccination policies during periods of high disease transmission.

Source: Journal of Infection - January 29, 2024 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Meredith Leston, Willam Elson, Jose M. Ord óñez-Mena, Debasish Kar, Heather Whitaker, Mark Joy, Nia Roberts, FD Richard Hobbs, Simon de Lusignan Source Type: research