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Factors associated with death in COVID-19 patients over 60 years of age at Kinshasa University Hospital, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

20221 citationOpen accessUniversité de Kinshasa (UNIKIN)

Abstract

mortality was high in seniors during COVID-19 and low oxygen saturation on admission was a risk factor for mortality. Corticosteroid therapy and anticoagulation were protective factors. These should be considered in management to reduce mortality.

Research topics

  • COVID-19 Clinical Research Studies
  • Long-Term Effects of COVID-19
  • Sepsis Diagnosis and Treatment

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DOI: 10.11604/pamj.2022.41.330.32602

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