The epidemiological characteristics of deaths with COVID-19 in the early stage of epidemic in Wuhan, China.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

To analyze the epidemiological characteristics of COVID-19 related deaths in Wuhan, China and comprehend the changing trends of this epidemic along with analyzing the prevention and control measures in Wuhan.

Methods

Through the China's Infectious Disease Information System, we collected information about COVID-19 associated deaths from December 15, 2019 to February 24, 2020 in Wuhan. We analyzed the patient's demographic characteristics, drew epidemiological curve and made geographic distribution maps of the death toll in each district over time, etc. ArcGIS was used to plot the numbers of daily deaths on maps. Statistical analyses were performed using SPSS and @Risk software.

Results

As of February 24, 2020, a total of 1833 deaths were included. Among the

SUBMITTER: Bai J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7750392 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature