COVID-19 infection rate among tertiary referral center otorhinolaryngology healthcare workers.

ABSTRACT:

Importance

Otorhinolaryngology is considered one of the medical specialties with a high risk for exposure to corona disease 2019 (COVID-19). Uncontrolled transmission in a hospital department poses a risk to both healthcare workers (HCWs) and patients.

Objective

To monitor SARS-CoV-2 incidence, transmission, and antibody development among HCWs to identify high risk procedures, pathways, and work areas within the department.

Methods

Prospective cohort study of HCWs using repetitive oro- and nasopharygeal swab samples, antibody tests, and self-reported symptoms questionnaires at a tertiary referral center in Copenhagen, Denmark.

Results

347/361 (96%) HCWs participated. Seven (1.9%) were positive on swab tests and none had symptoms. Fifteen (4.2%) developed antibo

SUBMITTER: Rasmussen KMB 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7862982 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature