Evaluation of Thyroid Status in Hospitalized Patients with COVID-19.
Abstract:Background: Preliminary data suggest that thyroid dysfunction may commonly occur in association with coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19).
Objective: To clarify the significance of abnormal thyroid tests in patients with COVID-19 admitted to the hospital.
Methods: PUBMED search of English literature until September 22, 2020. Since there is lack of randomized trials, case reports, retrospective studies, and National guidelines are reviewed.
Results: Retrospective studies suggest that 7%-60% of patients with C… Show more
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