A new study has revealed that more men are likely to get admitted to the Intensive Care unit ICUs as their cases tend to be more severe when they contract Covid-19 than women.
The study conducted by Monash University in Australia showed that men are twice as likely to be admitted in the ICUs as women representing 67 percent of the cases against women’s 31 percent.
The researchers said the study was also based on the initial reports from other countries that showed a higher number of men being admitted in the ICUs than that of women.
People of ages 65 years and above also make up the highest number of patients in the ICU representing 69 percent of the cases.
“This is the first time we have data outlining the number of Covid-19 patients requiring ICU, the duration of their care, the type of treatments they’re receiving, and the number that are surviving,” said Co-leader of the research, Professor Andrew Udy from Monash University.
Professor Udy argues that data is important in determining the type of response given to covid-19 patients and to prioritize treatment for those with severe conditions.
“From a broad national perspective, this data gives us important insights into the type of therapy, care, and medical intervention our sickest Covid-19 patients need,” Professor Udy said.
“It means we can inform clinicians and improve the therapies provided, as well as appraise resourcing, particularly if we experience a sudden spike in cases over the coming months.” The ability of our health system to cope with a pandemic may be measured in part by the ability of ICU to respond to the sickest patients,” he added.
Monash University made the insights from 76 ICUs in Australia which were treating suspected Covid-19 cases. The country has reported 6,975 confirmed cases of Covid-19 with 98 deaths.