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COVID-19 and Inflammatory Markers
1Department of Cardiology, Hayat Hospital, Malatya, Turkey.
Current Vascular Pharmacology
|April 5, 2022
Summary
This review examines well-known and emerging inflammatory markers for managing Coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) patients. Understanding these biomarkers aids in diagnosis, treatment response assessment, and risk stratification for COVID-19.
Area of Science:
- Medical research
- Immunology
- Infectious diseases
Background:
- Coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) can lead to severe illness, including lung involvement and thrombosis.
- Inflammatory biomarkers are crucial for managing COVID-19 patients, aiding in diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment evaluation.
Approach:
- This narrative review categorizes and analyzes recognized and emerging inflammatory markers associated with COVID-19.
- Key markers discussed include complete blood count, C-reactive protein, cytokines, erythrocyte sedimentation rate, and novel markers like asymmetric dimethylarginine and galectin-3.
Key Points:
- Established inflammatory markers like C-reactive protein and cytokines are vital for COVID-19 patient management.
- Emerging markers such as asymmetric dimethylarginine, endocan, and galectin-3 offer potential new insights into disease mechanisms and patient outcomes.
- The review highlights the diagnostic, prognostic, and therapeutic implications of various inflammatory markers in the context of COVID-19.
Conclusions:
- Inflammatory markers, both traditional and novel, play a significant role in understanding and managing COVID-19.
- Further research into emerging biomarkers may enhance risk stratification and personalized treatment strategies for COVID-19 patients.
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