Clinical characteristics of COVID-19 in children: a large multicenter study from Iran.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

During the COVID-19 pandemic, pediatric cases typically exhibit milder symptoms and lower mortality rates. However, the delay in pediatric vaccination poses major risks for children. This multicenter study aimed to comprehensively analyze demographic characteristics, clinical features, disease severity, and risk factors for ICU admission in Iran.

Materials and methods

This observational study enrolled children aged 0-21 years with confirmed or probable COVID-19 diagnoses, referred from selected hospitals across 17 counties in Mazandaran province, Iran, between February 19 and August 14, 2021. Patients were categorized into mild, moderate, severe, or critical cases based on clinical and radiographic criteria. Data were extracted from medical records and analyzed

SUBMITTER: Hajialibeig A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11300238 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature