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A systematic review on COVID-19: urological manifestations, viral RNA detection and special considerations in urological conditions.

Vinson Wai-Shun ChanPeter Ka-Fung ChiuChi-Hang YeeYuhong YuanChi-Fai NgJeremy Yuen Chun Teoh
Published in: World journal of urology (2020)
Acute kidney injury leading to mortality is common amongst COVID-19 patients, likely as a result of direct viral toxicity. Viral RNA positivity was detected in both urine and stool samples, so precautions are needed when we perform transurethral or transrectal procedures.
Keyphrases
  • sars cov
  • acute kidney injury
  • respiratory syndrome coronavirus
  • coronavirus disease
  • cardiac surgery
  • cardiovascular events
  • urinary tract
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  • coronary artery disease