COVID-19 FAQ: How can steroids save the lives of critically ill patients?
COVID-19 Steroids Dexamethasone

COVID-19 FAQ: How can steroids save the lives of critically ill patients?

Endre Szvetnik
Endre Szvetnik

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Recent research papers have confirmed that steroids can significantly reduce the risk of death in critically ill COVID-19 patients. The results came from several clinical trials involving licenced, immediately available drugs.

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