Clinical characteristics, laboratory findings, radiographic signs and outcomes of 61,742 patients with confirmed COVID-19 infection: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

In the current time where we face a COVID-19 pandemic, there is no vaccine or effective treatment at this time. Therefore, the prevention of COVID-19 and the rapid diagnosis of infected patients is crucial.

Method

We searched all relevant literature published up to February 28, 2020. We used Random-effect models to analyze the appropriateness of the pooled results.

Result

Eighty studies were included in the meta-analysis, including 61,742 patients with confirmed COVID-19 infection. 62.5% (95% CI 54.5-79, p < 0.001) of patients had a history of recent travel endemic area or contact with them. The most common symptoms among COVID-19 infected patients were fever 87% (95% CI 73-93, p < 0.001), and cough 68% (95% CI 55.5-74, p < 0.001)), respectively. The labo

SUBMITTER: Pormohammad A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7361116 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature