Identification and management of severe respiratory syncytial virus

摘要

There are currently no treatments directed specifically at RSV infection, and management of patients with RSV disease is primarily symptomatic and supportive. However, the treatment options for RSV disease have been proven suboptimal in many patients, and significant morbidity can occur in those with severe disease. Due to the limitations and challenges surrounding the management of RSV disease, prevention remains of paramount importance, especially in infants and young children at high risk for severe disease.