Study in Annals of Internal Medicine links Omicron-era hospital-onset SARS-CoV-2 infections to increased morbidity and mortality.

A study in Annals of Internal Medicine links Omicron-era hospital-onset SARS-CoV-2 infections with increased morbidity and mortality. Researchers found patients with hospital-onset SARS-CoV-2 were older, had more comorbidities, and faced increased ICU admissions, longer time to discharge, and higher mortality rates in both pre-Omicron and Omicron periods. The study recommends hospitals implement measures to prevent nosocomial SARS-CoV-2 infections.

July 16, 2024
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