Prognosis Most people survive measles, though in some cases, complications may occur. About 1 in 4 individuals will be hospitalized and 1–2 in 1,000 will die. Complications are more likely in children under age 5 and adults over age 20. Pneumonia is the most common fatal complication of measles infection and accounts for 56–86% of measles-related deaths.
Prognosis Most people survive measles though in some cases, complications may occur. About 1 in 4 individ.uals will be hospitalized an,d 1–2 in 1,000 will die Complications are more likely in children under age 5 and adults over age 20 Pneumonia is the most common fatal complication of measles infection and accounts for 56–.86% of measles-related deaths.