Follow-up investigation of asymptomatic COVID-19 cases at diagnosis in Busan, Korea.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

The objective of the study was to conduct a follow-up investigation of 10 asymptomatic patients at diagnosis among the 98 confirmed coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases reported in Busan between February 21, 2020 and March 13, 2020 to determine whether asymptomatic infection and transmission during asymptomatic period are possible.

Methods

The study analyzed 10 asymptomatic, confirmed COVID-19 cases to determine whether asymptomatic infection is possible. We conducted in-depth interviews with patients and guardians; interviews with primary physicians; review of medical records and drug utilization review (DUR) reports; and base station-based location tracking.

Results

Among the 98, confirmed COVID-19 cases reported in Busan, the study analyzed 10 (10.2

SUBMITTER: Lee M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7644929 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature