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COVID-19 associated with Raynaud's phenomenon in a vibration-exposed worker
1Cooke Medical Services, Sheffield, S11 8AE, UK.
Occupational Medicine (Oxford, England)
|October 5, 2023
Summary
This case report details the first instance of COVID-19-related Raynaud's phenomenon (RP) in a male exposed to hand-transmitted vibration. The condition, a late feature of mild COVID-19, gradually resolved, but the combined effects of COVID-19 and vibration remain unclear.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Infectious Diseases
- Vascular Medicine
Background:
- Hand-transmitted vibration is a known occupational hazard.
- COVID-19 has been associated with various vascular complications.
- Routine health surveillance plays a role in early detection of occupational and infectious disease sequelae.
Observation:
- A case of Raynaud's phenomenon (RP) was identified during routine health surveillance.
- The patient was a male with occupational exposure to hand-transmitted vibration.
- The onset of RP was temporally linked to a mild COVID-19 infection as a late-developing feature.
Findings:
- This represents the first reported case of COVID-19-related RP in an individual with vibration exposure.
- The Raynaud's phenomenon exhibited a gradual, spontaneous recovery.
- The exact contribution of COVID-19 versus vibration exposure to the RP could not be determined.
Implications:
- A cautious approach is advised for individuals with similar exposures and symptoms.
- Limiting vibration exposure and maintaining vigilant surveillance are recommended.
- Further investigation is warranted if spontaneous recovery of RP does not occur as expected.
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