The Effect of Pulmonary Hypertension on Mortality and Intensive Care Unit Admission in Patients With SARS-CoV-2 Infection: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Severe COVID-19 can cause acute respiratory distress syndrome, hypoxia, systemic complications, and increased mortality. Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a major global health issue associated with worsening symptoms and increased mortality. This systematic review aimed to assess the influence of PH onset among COVID-19 patients on all-cause mortality and intensive care unit (ICU) admission.
Source: Heart, Lung and Circulation - Category: Cardiology Authors: Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research