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Topic: Clinical Characteristics and Health Care Setting
March 6, 2020
Adjusted age-specific case fatality ratio during the COVID-19 epidemic in Hubei, China, January and February 2020
Severe COVID-19 illness has been documented differently across age groups, but case fatality estimates have not previously accounted for differences by age. This report estimates an overall case fatality of 1.6% (1.4-1.8) in Hubei across both symptomatic and asymptomatic cases. Among those with symptoms, the case fatality is estimated at 3.3% (2.9-2.8) with a dramatic…
Human Kidney is a Target for Novel Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) Infection
While the effects of COVID-19 on kidney function and subsequent effects of renal failure on broader multi-organ failure have been previously discussed, this study suggests that acute renal failure may also serve as a good prognostic indicator. Furthermore, the infection of kidney tubules may indicate the potential for transmission via urine, though further study is…
March 5, 2020
Risk of COVID-19 for patients with cancer
Authors discuss the need for special considerations when working with cancer patients during the current COVID-19 outbreak. Wang and Zhang (Mar 3, 2020). Risk of COVID-19 for patients with cancer. Lancet Oncol. https://doi.org/10.1016/S1470-2045(20)30149-2
Transmission routes of 2019-nCoV and controls in dental practice
Authors provide specific recommendations for limiting transmission of COVID-19 in dental clinics and hospitals. Peng et al. (Mar 3, 2020). Transmission routes of 2019-nCoV and controls in dental practice. International Journal of Oral Science. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41368-020-0075-9
Guidelines for pregnant women with suspected SARS-CoV-2 infection
Two articles describe special considerations for pregnant women diagnosed with COVID-19. They offer recommendations for maternal and infant safety before, during, and after delivery. Favre et al. (Mar 3, 2020). Guidelines for pregnant women with suspected SARS-CoV-2 infection. Lancet Infect Dis. https://doi.org/10.1016/S1473-3099(20)30157-2 Chua et al. (Mar 4, 2020). From the frontlines of COVID-19 – How…
Liver injury in COVID-19: management and challenges
This brief review of the current literature examines the prevalence of pre-existing liver conditions among COVID-19 patients and the incidence of abnormal liver function identified during the course of illness. Potential causes of abnormal liver function are discussed. Zhang et al. (Mar 4, 2020). Liver injury in COVID-19: management and challenges. Lancet Gatroenterol Hepatol. https://doi.org/10.1016/S2468-1253(20)30057-1
CT Imaging and Differential Diagnosis of COVID-19
COVID-19 CT imaging is compared to imaging of other respiratory diseases, with authors providing some case reviews and recommendations for differential diagnostic processes. Dai et al. (Mar 4, 2020). CT Imaging and Differential Diagnosis of COVID-19. Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal. https://doi.org/10.1177%2F0846537120913033
Air, Surface Environmental, and Personal Protective Equipment Contamination by Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) From a Symptomatic Patient
An environmental hygiene study was conducted at a COVID-19 outbreak center in Singapore. Samples included surface samples taken at 26 sites, air samples, and PPE samples from physicians leaving patient rooms. Authors also describe sampling results post-cleaning. Overall, contamination via respiratory droplets and fecal shedding were a primary concern with findings emphasizing the importance of…
March 4, 2020
Stepping up infection control measures in ophthalmology during the novel coronavirus outbreak: an experience from Hong Kong
This report discusses the infection control measures implemented in an ophthalmology clinic in Hong Kong, based on a detailed risk assessment. A three-level process was adopted to protect the health and safety of both patients and staff. Lai et al. (Mar 3, 2020). Stepping up infection control measures in ophthalmology during the novel coronavirus outbreak:…
COVID-19: a novel coronavirus and a novel challenge for critical care
Arabi et al discuss implications and recommendations for intensive and critical care settings, including surge capacity, infection prevention and control, and staff protection. Arabi et al. (Mar 3, 2020). COVID-19: a novel coronavirus and a novel challenge for critical care. Intensive Care Medicine. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00134-020-05955-1
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