PloS one
Pneumonia incidence, hospitalizations and mortality before and during the COVID-19 pandemic in Peru: An observational study
Von Ramírez-Soto MC, Arroyo-Hernandez H, Machuca JVB und 2 weiteren.
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Abstract
Background
Pneumonia is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in children and older adults. COVID-19 related disruptions in healthcare and surveillance may have altered incidence, hospitalizations, and deaths. We assessed pneumonia incidence, hospitalizations, and mortality rates in children under five and adults older than 60 years in Peru during the COVID-19 pandemic (2020-22) versus the pre-pandemic period (2015-19).