[An Extrapulmonary Manifestation of Coronavirus Disease 2019:Olfactory Dysfunction].

Zhongguo Yi Xue Ke Xue Yuan Xue Bao

Department of Otorhinolaryngology,the Fourth Clinical Medical College, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University,Hangzhou 310006,China.

Published: June 2021

AI Article Synopsis

  • COVID-19 can cause olfactory dysfunction, which may be the only symptom present in certain cases.
  • The review covers various aspects of olfactory dysfunction related to COVID-19, including how common it is, the biological mechanisms behind it, and its significance for screening.
  • The goal is to enhance understanding for better early diagnosis, isolation, treatment, and outcome assessment in COVID-19 patients.

Article Abstract

In addition to acute respiratory symptoms,coronavirus disease 2019(COVID-19)could cause olfactory dysfunction,which becomes the only clinical manifestation of COVID-19 in some cases.We review the epidemiological characteristics,pathological mechanism,screening value,treatment and prognosis of olfactory dysfunction in patients with COVID-19,aiming to achieve an in-depth understanding of the early diagnosis,quarantine,scientific treatment and prognosis of COVID-19.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.3881/j.issn.1000-503X.14014DOI Listing

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