Radiology· 2020Q1· Review
Pulmonary Embolism and Deep Vein Thrombosis in COVID-19: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
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- Q1SCImago
- 2020year
Short summary
This systematic review and meta-analysis found that COVID-19 patients have a significantly higher incidence of pulmonary embolism (PE) and deep vein thrombosis (DVT) compared to non-COVID-19 patients.
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Key points
- COVID-19 patients have a significantly higher incidence of PE (15.5%) and DVT (10.3%) compared to non-COVID-19 patients.
- The review and meta-analysis included data from 34 studies.
- Findings highlight the importance of VTE screening and management in COVID-19 patients.
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Abstract
See also the editorial by Woodard in this issue.
The authors' abstract, as published at the source. Radiology, 2020 · DOI ↗
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