Corticosteroids for COVID-19-induced olfactory dysfunction: A comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Jian-Ying WangJiunn-Bey PaoChih-Hsin LeeJann-Yuan WangMing-Chia LeeTzu-Tuan Wu

Published in: PloS one (2023)

Our findings suggest that topical corticosteroid treatment is a viable option for improving COVID-19-related olfactory dysfunction, but further research is needed to investigate optimal treatment protocols and safety profiles.

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