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The research aims to explore the impact of respiratory syncytial virus on hospitalization and disease severity.

March 25, 2026Open Access

Respiratory syncytial virus – from discovery to vaccines

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The research aims to explore the impact of respiratory syncytial virus on hospitalization and disease severity.
Analyzed historical data on RSV infections and hospitalizations
Reviewed key factors influencing susceptibility to RSV
Assessed vaccine development strategies for RSV
RSV is a leading cause of respiratory-related hospitalizations
Symptoms often mimic common cold, but can escalate to severe disease
Variability in disease severity indicates multiple influencing factors

Abstract

Graphical Abstract Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a leading respiratory cause of hospitalization. Symptoms are usually similar to those of the common cold, but in susceptible patients, RSV can cause severe disease and even death. The wide variation in response to RSV infection suggests that susceptibility and disease are influenced by multiple factors.

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Escarlata López

Fausto M Ferolla

Patricio L. Acosta

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Journal of Medical Microbiology

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Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas

Hospital General de Niños Ricardo Gutierrez

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