Viral infection-induced thrombosis, novel coronavirus

Viral infection-induced thrombosis is a rare entity. It is known to occur with infection by several strains of viruses that are associated with disease severity. The Epstein-Barr, human immunodeficiency, and H1N1 influenza A viruses are examples that can result in thrombosis.1-3 Consequently, with the current novel coronavirus (CoV) pandemic, knowledge of viral infection-induced thrombosis becomes even more important. The phenomenon of vascular thrombosis as described by Virchow involves changes in the vessel, blood flow, or fluid constituents.

Source: Journal of Vascular Surgery - May 9, 2020 Category: Surgery Authors: Lemuel Pran, Shanta Baijoo, Hani Slim Source Type: research