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Coronavirus Disease in the Abdomen
Mark A Anderson1, Mark A Khauli1, Reece J Goiffon1
1Department of Radiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, 55 Fruit Street, White Building, Room 270, Boston, MA 02114, USA.
Advances in Clinical Radiology
|July 31, 2023
Summary
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) can cause diverse abdominal issues affecting organs like the GI tract and liver. Recognizing these varied gastrointestinal and abdominal symptoms is crucial for accurate diagnosis and patient care.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Gastroenterology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) presents with a wide range of abdominal symptoms beyond respiratory issues.
- These manifestations involve the gastrointestinal tract, hepatobiliary system, pancreas, kidneys, spleen, and vasculature.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive overview of the abdominal manifestations of COVID-19.
- To illustrate characteristic imaging findings associated with these abdominal conditions.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing literature and radiological findings in COVID-19 patients.
- Analysis of imaging examples demonstrating abdominal involvement.
Main Results:
- Abdominal abnormalities in COVID-19 are often nonspecific but can include unique presentations like early bowel ischemia.
- The spectrum of involvement spans multiple abdominal organs and systems.
Conclusions:
- Radiologists must be aware of the diverse abdominal presentations of COVID-19.
- Enhanced recognition of these findings can improve diagnostic accuracy and patient management.
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