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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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Why do old people get rhabdo?: Unpacking the Causes and Risks

Studies show that prolonged immobilization after a fall is the single most common cause of rhabdomyolysis in adults over 70, accounting for up to 90% of cases in this age group. This statistic highlights why old people get rhabdo so frequently and points to a cluster of related risk factors, including falls, immobility, chronic health conditions, and polypharmacy, that contribute to this serious muscle-damaging condition.

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