Caratterizzazione clinica dei pazienti e descrizione genomica del virus respiratorio sinciziale in adulti e pazienti pediatrici in una popolazione messicana settentrionale.

Introduction. Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a frequent cause of lower respiratory tract infections among children under 2 years old and adults over 60. Compared to other causes of viral pneumonia in adults, it is associated with a higher risk of intensive care unit admission, mechanical ventilation and 30-day mortality.Hypothesis/Gap Statement. Despite the global recognition of RSV as a cause of respiratory disease, the epidemiological information available on its distribution in Mexico and Latin America among adults is limited.Aim. To characterize the epidemiological, clinical and molecular features of RSV infections in the Mexican population during the 2023-2024 winter season.Method