SARS-CoV-2 and Limb Ischemia: A Systematic Review
Abstract
Recent spread of severe acute respiratory coronavirus syndrome-2 (SARS-CoV-2) has led to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, resulting in new challenges across all medical specialties. Limb and digit ischemia have been associated with COVID-19 infection. This systematic review includes primary studies of COVID-19 limb ischemia to identify risk factors, comorbidities, case characteristics, and treatment strategies to better understand the nature of this disease and its effects on the extremities. Methods: A literature search for studies detailing COVID-19 infected patients with limb or digit ischemia was performed, identifying 157 articles, 12 of which met inclusion criteria, accounting for 47 patients. Inclusion criteria were (1) primary studies, (2) positive disease diagnosis (3) limb ischemia, (4) reported treatment. Demographic data, case characteristics, treatments, outcomes and mortality were collected and pooled.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Nov 26, 2020
- Accession Number
- AD1117575
Entities
People
- Andres S. Piscoya
- Desraj M. Clark
- John C. Dunn
- Leon J. Nesti
- Michael D. Bedrin
- Robert M. Putko
Organizations
- Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
- William Beaumont Army Medical Center