Publications by authors named "Praveen N K Pitchan Velammal"
Immun Inflamm Dis
March 2024
Article Synopsis
- Down syndrome (DS) patients are at higher risk for severe complications from COVID-19 due to their associated health issues and immune dysfunction, leading to poorer outcomes compared to the general population.*
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- A systematic review of 17 articles revealed that common symptoms in DS COVID-19 patients included fever, cough, and dyspnea, with many also experiencing gastrointestinal issues; additionally, significant comorbidities like obesity and hypothyroidism were prevalent.*
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- Most DS patients required longer hospital stays and exhibited specific laboratory abnormalities, and the study found a concerning mortality rate of 40% among the cohort, with higher risk in those over 40 years old, indicating a need for further research.*
