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March 8, 2026

Evaluation of Serum Ferritin Levels and Their Correlation With Clinical Outcomes in Dengue Virus Infection in a Population of Older Adults.

STSacha Orberg TemerHospital do Servidor Público Estadual LLLeonardo LobatoHospital do Servidor Público Estadual AYAugusto YamagutiHospital do Servidor Público Estadual

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The study aims to evaluate serum ferritin levels and their correlation with clinical outcomes in dengue-infected older adults.
Assessment of serum ferritin levels in older adults with dengue virus infection.
Comparison of ferritin levels across different clinical outcomes and phases of dengue.
Statistical analysis to determine significance.
Higher ferritinemia observed in severe dengue cases and critical phases.
Age over 60 may increase the risk of developing severe dengue.
Hyperferritinemia identified as a potential biomarker for dengue severity.

Abstract

Our study found higher levels of ferritinemia in cases of severe dengue and in the critical and convalescent phases, with statistically significant differences. Age over 60 may be associated with the development of severe dengue, and hyperferritinemia may represent a biomarker of dengue severity.

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