P-638. Epidemiological Profile of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) in 187 Adult Patients at Mexico Hospital in Costa Rica (2022-2024)
Year: 2026
Type: conference-abstract
Abstract: Background Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is recognized as a significant cause of morbidity and mortality in adults, especially in vulnerable populations. However, limited data exists regarding its behavior in adult populations in Latin America. To characterize the clinical-epidemiological profile of adult patients with RSV infection in a tertiary hospital in Costa Rica.Age Distribution and SARI PrevalenceAge Distribution and SARI Prevalence Among RSV Patients (n=187)Comorbidities ProfileComorbidities Profile and SARI RIsk in RSV Patients Methods Retrospective study of 187 adult patients with PCR-confirmed RSV diagnosis at Mexico Hospital between 2022-2024. Sociodemographic variables, comorbidities, clinical manifestations, and temporality were analyzed.Temporal DistributionTemporal Distribution of RSV Cases (2022-2024) Results Mean age was 60.85 years (range 18-104), with female predominance (61.5%). 51.9% of cases occurred in patients over 60 years. Most frequent comorbidities were hypertension (47.6%), lung disease (27.8%), diabetes (25.7%), and cancer (19.8%), with 83.4% of patients presenting at least one comorbidity. Predominant symptoms were cough (73.8%), dyspnea (48.1%), rhinorrhea (28.3%), and fever (24.6%). 27.8% developed Severe Acute Respiratory Infection (SARI), reaching 44.4% in patients ≥80 years. A progressive increase in cases was observed (22.99% in 2022, 29.41% in 2023, and 47.59% in 2024), with marked seasonality: 69.0% of cases in October-December, 26.7% in July-September, and complete absence in April-June. Conclusion RSV infection in adults predominantly affects older adults with comorbidities, with one-fourth developing SARI. Clear seasonality can guide preventive strategies and healthcare resource planning. The growing trend of cases suggests the need to strengthen surveillance systems and consider specific preventive measures, including future RSV vaccination in high-risk populations. Disclosures All Authors: No reported disclosures
Source: Open Forum Infectious Diseases
Institution: Costa Rican Department of Social Security
Language: English
Subfield: Epidemiology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $4,053
OpenAlex ID: W7122568593
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