Comprehensive literature review on the radiographic findings, imaging modalities, and the role of radiology in the COVID-19 pandemic

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“…Non-classical features include subsegmental vessel engorgement, “atoll sign,” reticular opacifications, subpleural curvilinear opacifications, and bilateral hilar lymphadenopathy. All these findings are well illustrated by Pal et al [ 1 ].…”

“…We read with interest the article published in the World Journal of Radiology by Pal et al [ 1 ] on the depiction of radiological findings in identifying and predicting coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) patient patterns. We would like to commend the authors for this vital article encompassing the pathophysiology and evidence-based review of COVID-19 severity scoring systems on chest X-ray (CXR), computed tomography (CT), and lung ultrasound (LUS).…”

“…Individuals with high scores (RALE > 25 and Brixia > 11) have increased chances of intensive care unit admission or death within 60 days after diagnosis. As acknowledged by Pal et al [ 1 ] the usage of CXR has been limited by lower sensitivity (56%) and specificity (60%).…”

“…CT imaging is the preferred diagnostic modality, given its high sensitivity (94%)[ 1 ]. However, the specificity of CT ranges from 25% to 80%[ 1 ].…”

“…CT imaging is the preferred diagnostic modality, given its high sensitivity (94%)[ 1 ]. However, the specificity of CT ranges from 25% to 80%[ 1 ]. Lateralized, bilateral, multifocal, basilar and peripheral predominance and peripheral ground-glass opacities are the classical CT findings of COVID-19 pneumonia.…”