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Current and future therapeutical approaches for COVID-19.
Yongtao Duan1, Yongfang Yao2, Senthil Arun Kumar3
1Henan Provincial Key Laboratory of Children's Genetics and Metabolic Diseases, Children's Hospital Affiliated to Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China.
Drug Discovery Today
|June 24, 2020
Summary
This review covers the evolving clinical understanding of COVID-19, potential therapeutic targets, and future management strategies for the disease.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Virology
- Clinical Medicine
Background:
- The emergence of COVID-19 has necessitated a rapid advancement in clinical understanding.
- Ongoing research is crucial for effective disease management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the progression of clinical knowledge regarding COVID-19.
- To identify and discuss potential therapeutic targets for COVID-19 treatment.
- To explore future prospects for managing COVID-19.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of clinical studies and research on COVID-19.
- Analysis of therapeutic strategies and targets.
- Synthesis of current data on disease management.
Main Results:
- Clinical understanding of COVID-19 has evolved significantly.
- Several therapeutic targets have been identified.
- Prospects for improved COVID-19 management are emerging.
Conclusions:
- Continued research is vital for refining COVID-19 treatments.
- A comprehensive approach is needed for effective long-term management of COVID-19.
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