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Clinical Characterizations and Radiological Findings of COVID-19: A 4 Case Report

Zhenguo Qiao1, Dong Liu2, Fangfang Fu3

  • 1Department of Gastroenterology, Suzhou Ninth People's Hospital, Suzhou Ninth Hospital Affiliated to Soochow University, Suzhou, China.

Current Medical Imaging
|April 5, 2022
PubMed

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This study details the clinical and radiological findings of a family cluster cured of Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). It highlights how comorbidities and low immunity can worsen COVID-19 pneumonia in family groups.

Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health
  • Radiology

Background:

  • Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), caused by SARS-CoV-2, has become a global health emergency.
  • Clinical presentation of COVID-19 varies widely, from asymptomatic cases to severe outcomes.
  • This study focuses on the clinical features and radiological changes in a family cluster of COVID-19 patients.

Observation:

  • A family cluster of 4 members infected with COVID-19 was admitted in January 2020.
  • Patients underwent chest CT scans and RT-PCR testing for SARS-CoV-2.
  • Detailed analysis of individual patient records was performed.

Findings:

  • The study reports on the clinical features and radiological changes observed in the family cluster.
  • Aggravation of pneumonia was noted in family members with comorbidities or low immunity.
  • All reported family members were cured of COVID-19.

Implications:

  • Understanding the clinical course of COVID-19 in family clusters is crucial for effective management.
  • Identifying risk factors like comorbidities and low immunity can guide preventative strategies.
  • Radiological findings, such as those from chest CT, aid in diagnosing and monitoring COVID-19 severity.
Abstract

Keywords:
COVID-19CTdiagnosisfamily membersreal-time polymerase chain reactiontreatment

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