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[COVID-19-associated anosmia]
A E Meller1, V A Fokeev1, M A Shakhova1
1Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution of Higher Education «Privolzhsky Research Medical University» of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation, Nizhny Novgorod, Russia.
Vestnik Otorinolaringologii
|July 14, 2023
Summary
COVID-19-associated anosmia, or loss of smell, is reviewed, covering its mechanisms, symptoms, and treatments. This systematic review synthesizes current literature to understand this common COVID-19 symptom.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Infectious Diseases
- Otolaryngology
Background:
- Prevalence and impact of smell dysfunction in COVID-19 patients.
- Need for a comprehensive understanding of COVID-19-associated anosmia.
- Gaps in current knowledge regarding pathophysiology and management.
Approach:
- Systematic literature review of COVID-19-associated anosmia.
- Utilized PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science databases.
- Focused on full-text and abstract data.
Key Points:
- Exploration of hypothetical mechanisms underlying smell loss in COVID-19.
- Detailed description of clinical features and patient-reported symptoms.
- Overview of diagnostic methods and current treatment strategies.
Conclusions:
- Summarizes current understanding of COVID-19-related smell dysfunction.
- Highlights the importance of further research into mechanisms and treatments.
- Provides a consolidated resource for clinicians and researchers.
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