Increased LPS levels coexist with systemic inflammation and result in monocyte activation in severe COVID-19 patients

In conclusion, the coexistence of increased microbial translocation and hyperinflammation in patients with severe COVID-19 may lead to higher monocyte activation, which may be associated with worsening outcomes, such as death.PMID:34543980 | PMC:PMC8426217 | DOI:10.1016/j.intimp.2021.108125

Source: International Immunopharmacology - September 20, 2021 Category: Allergy & Immunology Authors: Paula C Teixeira Gilson P Dorneles Paulo C Santana Filho Igor M da Silva Lucas L Schipper Isabelle A L Postiga Carla Andretta Moreira Neves Luiz Carlos Rodrigues Junior Alessandra Peres Janeusa Trindade de Souto Simone Gon çalves Fonseca Sarah Eller Tiag Source Type: research