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COVID-19 in Pediatric Patients: Observations from the Initial Phase of the Global Pandemic in Rhode Island

Rebecca A Levin1, Hoi See Tsao1, Siraj Amanullah2

  • 1Department of Emergency Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Brown University School of Public Health, Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Providence, RI.

Rhode Island Medical Journal (2013)
|February 1, 2021
PubMed

Insights

During the initial COVID-19 wave, 11% of children tested in Rhode Island were positive for SARS-CoV-2. Hispanic children were disproportionately affected, highlighting a need for targeted public health support.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric infectious diseases
  • Epidemiology of viral infections
  • Public health surveillance

Background:

  • The initial wave of SARS-CoV-2 (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2) infections presented unique challenges for pediatric populations.
  • Understanding the characteristics of children tested for SARS-CoV-2 is crucial for effective public health response.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To characterize children undergoing SARS-CoV-2 testing during the early phase of the pandemic in Rhode Island.
  • To identify demographic and symptomatic patterns among pediatric cases.

Main Methods:

  • A descriptive study was conducted involving 729 children tested for SARS-CoV-2.
  • Data was collected from four emergency departments in Rhode Island between April 9 and May 7, 2020.
  • Demographic information and symptom data were systematically cataloged.

Main Results:

  • Out of 729 children tested, 81 (11%) tested positive for SARS-CoV-2.
  • A high percentage of positive children (94%) were symptomatic, with common symptoms including constitutional (74%) and upper respiratory (72%).
  • Hispanic children represented 34% of those tested but accounted for 68% of positive SARS-CoV-2 cases.

Conclusions:

  • The study provides insights into the pediatric experience during the first SARS-CoV-2 wave in Rhode Island.
  • Findings can inform testing strategies and resource allocation in healthcare settings.
  • The disproportionate impact on Hispanic children underscores the need for targeted public health interventions and support.
Abstract

Keywords:
COVID-19SARS-CoV-2pediatricpublic healthsymptoms

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