Our children are at risk of COVID-19- associated rhino-orbito-cerebral mucormycosis (ROCM)

Saied, AbdulRahman A; Metwally, Asmaa A; Dhama, Kuldeep

doi:10.1016/j.amsu.2021.103058

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“…An Italian study provided evidence of strong correlation between COVID-19 infections and an outbreak of Kawasaki-like disease (KD). Eighty percentage of children with positive COVID-19 serology showed a 30-fold increase in incidence of a severe form of KD (57,58). The goal of treatment is to reduce systemic inflammation using corticosteroids, intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG), and aspirin as per case reports (59).…”

Section: Kawasaki Disease In Children and Covid-infectionmentioning

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Ocular manifestations of recent viral pandemics: A literature review

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Viral pandemics often take the world by storm, urging the medical community to prioritize the most evident systemic manifestations, often causing ocular manifestations to go unnoticed. This literature review highlights the ocular complications of the Monkeypox, SARS-CoV-2, MERS, Ebola, H1N1, and Zika viruses as the most recent viral pandemics. Research into the effects of these pandemics began immediately. Moreover, it also discusses the ocular complications of the vaccines and treatments that were used in the scope of the viral pandemics. Additionally, this review discusses the role of the eye as an important route of viral transmission, and thereafter, the International recommendations to reduce the incidence of viral transmission were mentioned. Lastly, this paper wants to lay out a platform for researchers who want to learn more about how viruses show up in the eye.

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Section: Kawasaki Disease In Children and Covid-infectionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Ocular manifestations of recent viral pandemics: A literature review

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“…Better knowledge and understanding of the risk factors and their management play a key role to reduce mortality and morbidity. [ 2 11 15 ] Thus, there is a need to initiate an awareness program among treating physicians. [ 4 ] The risk of CAM can be decreased by early suspicion, vaccination against COVID-19, optimal use of corticosteroids and monoclonal antibodies, meticulous glycemic control, and adequate attention toward ventilators and tubing.…”

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“…COVID-19-associated mucormycosis (CAM) is an emergent opportunistic infection that has commanded global attention, more so during the second wave of COVID-19. [ 1 2 3 ] While the correlation between the two is understandable, the underlying pathophysiological mechanisms of CAM are still elusive.…”

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“…The use of nonsterile water for humidification of oxygen and improper disinfection of oxygen dispensers also favor the growth of fungus. [ 2 5 14 ] Use of industrial oxygen was quite rampant in resource-poor countries during the early phase pandemic and that might have contributed to a high incidence of Mucor. Thus, regular surveillance and following safe and hygienic practices are utmost essential.…”

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“…They include hypertension, chronic cardiovascular diseases, renal failure, liver failure, obesity, use of interleukin-6 blockers, high ferritin leading to iron overload, acidosis, intravenous drug abuse, and prolonged hospitalization. [ 1 2 3 11 15 ] In recent studies, it was observed that a heavy dose of zinc supplementation either as self-administration by the patients or as over-prescription by the treating clinicians can increase the risk for Mucor. [ 7 16 ]…”

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