Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (SARS-CoV,COVID-19)


Epidemiology


Microbiology


Diagnosis

HRCT: appears similar to findings in BOOP (however, nodules, lymphadenopathy, and pleural effusion are uncommon in SARS)
1) Ground Glass Pattern with/without Consolidation (predominantly lower lobe, peripheral distribution): common pattern
2) Thickened Interlobular Septa:
3) Thickened Intralobular Septa: crazy paving pattern (this is a non-specific pattern seen in a variety of lung diseases, including UIP, etc.)
4) Bronchiectasis: may be seen


Clinical Manifestations

CDC Criteria


Treatment

Supportive Care

Treatments Without Defined Clinical Benefit


References