Identifying SARS-CoV2 transmission cluster category: An analysis of country government database.

ABSTRACT:

Background

As a result of the high contagiousness and transmissibility of SARS-CoV-2, studying the location of the case clusters that will follow, will help understand the risk factors related to the disease transmission. In this study, we aim to identify the transmission cluster category and settings that can guide decision-makers which areas to be opened again.

Methods

A thorough review of the literature and the media articles were performed. After data verification, we included cluster data from eight countries as of 16th May 2020. Clusters were further categorized into 10 categories and analysis was performed. The data was organized and presented in an easily accessible online sheet.

Results

Among the eight included countries, we have found 3905 clusters and a tot

SUBMITTER: Fouda B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7813483 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature