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Treatment Modalities for immunocompromised patients with Persistent, symptomatic COVID-19 Infection, literature review, and Recommendations
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  • Sopiko Gogia,
  • Valiko Begiashvili,
  • Ola Al-Ewaidat,
  • Adi Gidron,
  • Dana Vais
Sopiko Gogia
Ascension Saint Francis
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Valiko Begiashvili
Ascension Saint Francis

Corresponding Author:valiko.begiashvili@ascension.org

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Ola Al-Ewaidat
Ascension Saint Francis
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Adi Gidron
Ascension Saint Francis
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Dana Vais
Ascension Saint Mary - Chicago
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Abstract

There is growing evidence that the humoral immune response plays a significant role in the resolution of SARS-CoV-2. Patients with inherited or acquired immunoglobulin deficiencies have a higher risk of mortality, delayed viral clearance, and prolonged symptomatic infection, and this contributes to viral evolution. Case reports/series have implied a therapeutic role of monoclonal antibodies and convalescent plasma (CCP) as well as antivirals in the management of seronegative, symptomatic patients with SARS-CoV-2. In this review, we discuss the existing evidence supporting the efficacy of the above-mentioned treatment options and provide suggestions for management.