COVID-19 in children at Strasbourg University Hospital: A retrospective study of the first 2 months of the epidemic - 12/06/21
, J. Spizzo a, C. Arbitre a, J. Muller b, P. Kuhn c, V. Laugel d, D. Tchomakov a
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Abstract |
Context |
The emergence and rapid spread of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) have shaken the planet, both in terms of health and economical aspects, constituting a real challenge for the scientific community.
Problem |
At the time of the arrival of the epidemic in France, there were limited data regarding how COVID-19 could affect children. A lesser severity compared with adults was described, but knowledge concerning clinical forms and screening strategies was missing.
Methodology |
In this retrospective and non-interventional epidemiological study, we aimed to describe the epidemiology and the clinical features of COVID-19 pediatric disease in the first university hospital affected by the epidemic in France. We included all underage patients who tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 by polymerase chain reaction (PCR) assays on nasopharyngeal smears performed between February 25, 2020 and April 30, 2020.
Results |
The presence of fever and respiratory signs was frequent (>50%), as was the presence of general or digestive signs, but patients were also frequently asymptomatic, making the discovery of a positive smear fortuitous. There were no deaths in our cohort.
Conclusion |
No patient with a serious form of COVID-19 was treated in the pediatrics departments of Strasbourg University Hospital during the first 2 months of the epidemic. Diagnostic strategies have evolved over the course of the epidemic, ranging from exploring relevant symptoms to systematic screening.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : COVID-19, Pandemic, Pediatrics, Epidemiology, Diagnosis, Screening
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Vol 28 - N° 5
P. 405-410 - juillet 2021 Retour au numéro
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