Incidence, mortality, and national costs of hospital admissions for potentially preventable infections in patients with rheumatoid arthritis

ConclusionInfections, such as influenza, HZV, andS. pneumoniae, remain a common cause of inpatient morbidity and mortality among RA patients. Additionally, the economic burden of these infections is significant. Universal vaccination programs in RA patients, as well as other interventions aiming to improve quality of care of this susceptible population, should be further studied to reduce hospitalizations, cost, morbidity, and mortality.Key Points•Streptococcus pneumoniae, herpes zoster, and influenza infections remain an important preventable cause of hospitalizations among RA patients and carry significant economic burden.

Source: Clinical Rheumatology - July 12, 2021 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research