Prevalence, clinical characteristics, and outcomes of pediatric COVID-19: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The novel coronavirus pandemic is an ongoing challenge faced by the public and health care systems around the globe. Majority of information and evidence gathered so far regarding COVID-19 has been derived from data and studies in adult populations. Crucial information regarding the characterization, clinical symptomatology, sequelae, and overall outcomes in the pediatric population is lacking. As such, we aimed to conduct a comprehensive meta-analysis and systematic review to collect and analyze current evidence about COVID-19 in the pediatric population.

Method

A systematic search and review of scientific literatures was conducted following the PRISMA guidelines using PubMed, Embase, Scopus, Medline, and Google Scholar databases. All relevant studies until Jun

SUBMITTER: Badal S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7723460 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature