SARS-CoV-2 Infection with Different Radiological Insights.

Area of Science:

• Radiology
• Infectious Diseases
• Pulmonology

Background:

• Severe acute respiratory syndrome-Coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) is a novel virus causing a range of respiratory illnesses.
• Computed tomography (CT) is a key imaging modality for diagnosing respiratory conditions.

Observation:

• Two patients with SARS-CoV-2 presented with distinct radiological findings on CT scans.
• The first patient showed signs of acute pulmonary embolism (APE).
• The second patient exhibited features consistent with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS).

Findings:

• CT imaging revealed heterogeneous presentations of SARS-CoV-2 infection.
• The findings underscore the diverse pulmonary complications associated with SARS-CoV-2.
• Radiological differentiation between APE and ARDS is critical in SARS-CoV-2 management.

Implications:

• Early and accurate radiological diagnosis is essential for timely and specific treatment of SARS-CoV-2.
• Tailored therapeutic strategies may include antiviral, anti-inflammatory, and anticoagulant medications.
• Recognizing these varied CT findings can improve patient outcomes and guide clinical decision-making.