Publications by authors named "İrem Akın Sen"
Background: Vaccines against coronavirus disease-19 (COVID-19) have been effective in preventing symptomatic diseases, hospitalizations, and intensive care unit (ICU) admissions. However, data regarding the effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines in reducing mortality among critically ill patients with COVID-19 remains unclear.
Aims: To determine the vaccination status and investigate the impact of the COVID-19 vaccine on the 28-day mortality in critically ill patients with COVID-19.
Background: There are limited data on the long-term outcomes of COVID-19 from different parts of the world.
Aims: To determine risk factors of 90-day mortality in critically ill patients in Turkish intensive care units (ICUs), with respiratory failure.
Study Design: Retrospective, observational cohort.
Article Synopsis
- The study examines the potential impact of testosterone levels on the severity and outcomes of COVID-19 in male patients, suggesting that lower testosterone may be linked to worse outcomes.
- Among 358 male COVID-19 patients, those with severe cases showed significantly lower testosterone levels compared to those with mild-moderate infections, as well as lower levels in those requiring intensive care or who did not survive.
- The findings indicate that testosterone levels could be an important factor in understanding sex-related differences in COVID-19 severity and outcomes, warranting further investigation into hypogonadism's role.