New coronoviral infection (COVID-19) in patients of the elderly and senile age

Abstract

The review is devoted to the peculiarities of the course of a new coronavirus infection (COVID-19) in elderly and senile patients. Data on the epidemiology, pathogenetic mechanisms of development, clinical manifestations, course and prognosis of the disease among geriatric patients are presented. The role of comorbid pathology in the course and prognosis of a new coronavirus infection in the elderly is shown. Recommendations for the treatment of patients with an emphasis on the need to comply with strict indications for prescribing antibacterial drugs in this category of patients are discussed. Copyright © 2022 Stavropol State Medical University. All rights reserved.