Change in functional status associated with respiratory syncytial virus infection in hospitalized older adults.

Angela R Branche Lisa SaimanEdward E WalshAnn R FalseyHaomiao JiaAngela BarrettLuis AlbaMatthew PhillipsLyn Finelli

Published in: Influenza and other respiratory viruses (2022)

Older adults hospitalized with RSV demonstrate acute functional decline that may become prolonged. Pre-hospitalization living situation may predict patient outcomes. Further study is needed with hospitalized age-matched controls and refined measurement tools to better define the specific impact of RSV on function.

Keyphrases

respiratory syncytial virus
physical activity
liver failure
drug induced
aortic dissection
extracorporeal membrane oxygenation
mechanical ventilation