A predictive model and scoring system combining clinical and CT characteristics for the diagnosis of COVID-19

ConclusionsOur predictive model and PSC-19 can be applied for identification of COVID-19-positive cases, assisting physicians and radiologists until receiving the results of reverse transcription –polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) tests.Key Points• Prediction of RT-PCR positivity is crucial for fast diagnosis of patients suspected of having coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).• Typical CT manifestations are advantageous for diagnosing COVID-19 and differentiation of COVID-19 from other types of pneumonia.• A predictive model and scoring system combining both clinical and CT features were herein developed to enable high diagnostic efficiency for COVID-19.
Source: European Radiology - Category: Radiology Source Type: research