Patients' perspective about speech, swallowing and hearing status post-SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) recovery: E-survey.

Himanshu VermaJyoti ShahKumar AkhileshBhanu Shukla

Published in: European archives of oto-rhino-laryngology : official journal of the European Federation of Oto-Rhino-Laryngological Societies (EUFOS) : affiliated with the German Society for Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - Head and Neck Surgery (2022)

From the present study, we conclude that the SARC-CoV-2 virus directly affects the respiratory system and affects the aero-digestive system and laryngeal system physiology. Individuals with comorbid conditions admitted in ICU during COVID-19 treatment and prolonged hospital stay were at higher risk of developing speech, swallowing, and hearing-related issues post-COVID-19. The present study indicated that all COVID-19 survivors should be screened for speech, swallowing, and hearing-related issues for early rehabilitation if needed.

Keyphrases

sars cov
coronavirus disease
respiratory syndrome coronavirus
hearing loss
end stage renal disease
healthcare
intensive care unit
ejection fraction
chronic kidney disease
newly diagnosed
young adults
prognostic factors
emergency department
extracorporeal membrane oxygenation
smoking cessation