Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome after COVID-19 vaccination: A systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The global COVID-19 vaccination campaign, with 13.53 billion doses administered by early 2024, has significantly reduced severe illness and mortality. However, potential adverse effects, such as Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), have raised concerns. This systematic review evaluates the incidence, mechanisms, and clinical implications of POTS following COVID-19 vaccination.

Methods

A systematic search of PubMed, EMBASE, and Web of Science was conducted up to June 7, 2024, following PRISMA guidelines to identify studies related to COVID-19 vaccines and POTS. Eligible studies included randomized controlled trials, cohort studies, cross-sectional studies, case-control studies, case series, and case reports. Screening, data extraction, and quality asse

SUBMITTER: Bushi G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11562304 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature