Arterial and venous thromboembolism in COVID-19: a study-level meta-analysis, Thorax

This meta-analysis of 102 studies (n=64503) found patients admitted to the ICU for severe COVID-19 had a high risk of VTE. Further studies are needed to determine the specific effects of COVID-19 on the risk of thrombosis in less severe forms of the disease.

Source: Current Awareness Service for Health (CASH) - February 25, 2021 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news