A study reveals that heart failure increases up to eight times hospitalizations by VSR. In Argentina, it causes thousands of annual internations and deaths in older adults.
Adults with heart failure They are even eight times more likely to be hospitalized by the respiratory syncotational virus (VSR) Compared to those who do not suffer from that condition, according to a recent study. This respiratory infection, which can lead to serious pneumonia and complications, represents a particular threat to over 60 years and people with chronic diseases.
Globally, the VSR causes more than 470,000 hospitalizations and 33,000 deaths per year in adults over 60 years in high -income countries. In Argentinathey are estimated 14,600 hospitalizations and 3,500 deaths per year in adults over 20 yearsespecially in those who exceed 50.
Chronic diseases significantly increase risk: Asthma elevates it 2.5 times, COPD up to 13.4 times and heart failure 7.6 times. These values are comparable, and even superior, to those of the flu, which highlights the importance of Recognize VSR as a potentially serious virus for the vulnerable population.
The doctor Daniel Colodenco (MN 453229), director of the UBA pneumonology specialists, warned: “In over 65 years or in those who have delicate health, a VSR infection can cause pneumonia and require hospitalization. Hospitalization can last between three and six days and up to 31% of patients may need intensive care”
What are the symptoms of the respiratory syncytial virus (VSR)
The symptoms of the VSR are similar to those of the flu, but can evolve towards complications such as pneumonia. Therefore, specialists recommend consult immediately to any respiratory pictureespecially in people with risk factors.
In addition, they emphasize that it is a highly contagious disease which implies an additional challenge for older adults and those who suffer cardiovascular diseases.
In patients with heart failure or coronary heart disease, a vsr hospitalization It can triple the risk of suffering an acute cardiovascular event. “The infection triggers inflammatory responses that overload to the heart, aggravate pre -existing symptoms and increase the probability of angina, infarction or arrhythmias”, Explained Colodenco.
Recommendations include simple measures such as Wash your hands frequently, avoid contact with sick people, stay at home if symptoms are presented and access vaccinationwhich today constitutes a fundamental tool to protect risk groups.
“Respiratory infections, such as VSR, are not harmless to those who live with heart disease. Prevention, early consultation and vaccination are key to caring for health”, Concluded Colodenco.
In this World Heart Daythe message is clear: Protecting the heart also means preventing respiratory infections.
Source: Ambito
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