Comparative Analysis of Clinical Outcomes Using Propensity Score Matching: Coronavirus Disease 2019 vs. Seasonal Influenza in Korea

CONCLUSION: The omicron group did not demonstrate better clinical outcomes than the pre-omicron group, and exhibited significant disease severity compared to the influenza group. Considering the likely persistence of COVID-19 infections, it is imperative to sustain comprehensive studies and ongoing policy support for the virus to enhance the prognosis for individuals affected by COVID-19.PMID:38622937 | DOI:10.3346/jkms.2024.39.e128

Source: Journal of Korean Medical Science - April 16, 2024 Category: Biomedical Science Authors: Jae Kyeom Sim Hye Sun Lee Juyeon Yang Jin Gwack Bryan Inho Kim Jeong-Ok Cha Kyung Hoon Min Young Seok Lee Severe Acute Respiratory Infection (SARI) Investigators Source Type: research