Clinical presentation and outcomes of the first patients with COVID-19 in Argentina: Results of 207079 cases from a national database.

ABSTRACT:

Background

There is limited evidence on the clinical characteristics of SARS-CoV-2 infection in Latin America. We present findings from a nationwide study in Argentina.

Research question

What is disease severity measures and risk factors are associated with admission to an intensive care unit and mortality?

Study design and methods

Data were extracted from the COVID-19 database of the Integrated Argentina Health Information System, encompassing the period of March 3rd to October 2nd, 2020, using a standardized case report form that included information on contact history, clinical signs and symptoms, and clinical diagnosis. Information was collected at the initial site of care and follow-up conducted through calls by the regional healthcare authorities. A confirmed ca

SUBMITTER: Schonfeld D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7877635 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature