June 8, 2020

Cardiovascular Complications in COVID-19: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Category: Article Summary

Topic: Clinical Characteristics and Health Care Setting

• A systematic review and meta-analysis found that the incidence of cardiovascular complications among patients with COVID-19 was highest for heart failure, myocardial injury, and cardiac arrhythmias. Incidence of myocardial injury was higher in older age groups and groups with a higher prevalence of pre-existing hypertension, but did not differ substantially between those with and without pre-existing cardiovascular disease. 

Kunutsor and Laukkanen. (June 3, 2020). Cardiovascular Complications in COVID-19: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. The Journal of Infection. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jinf.2020.05.068