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Why does closing volume increase with age?

As the body ages, so do the lungs; one notable change is the gradual decline in lung function that occurs after the age of 35. This decline is a key factor in understanding why does closing volume increase with age, a physiological change tied to the loss of tissue elasticity and the way air moves through the lungs.

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Which complication is frequently seen in elderly patients with severe COVID-19?

According to a 2021 meta-analysis involving over 13,000 older patients with COVID-19, approximately half experienced a severe infection. Among the numerous health issues that can arise in this vulnerable group, acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is one of the most common and dangerous complications frequently seen in elderly patients with severe COVID-19. The risk of severe outcomes, including complications, increases markedly with age.

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