March 31, 2020

Prevalence and impact of diabetes among people infected with SARS-CoV-2.

Category: Article Summary

Topic: Clinical Characteristics and Health Care Setting

• Fadini et al conducted a meta-analysis of 12 studies reporting the prevalence of diabetes among 2,108 Chinese patients with COVID-19, and its impact on disease progression and severity. Their findings suggest that diabetes may not increase the risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection, but can worsen the outcome of COVID-19. 

Fadini et al. (Mar 28, 2020). Prevalence and impact of diabetes among people infected with SARS-CoV-2. Journ of Endocrinol Investigation. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40618-020-01236-2