In:
Journal of Medical Virology, Wiley, Vol. 93, No. 2 ( 2021-02), p. 794-802
Abstract:
We longitudinally detected the SARS‐CoV‐2 RNA in anal swabs and throat swabs, and explored the association with disease severity of COVID‐19. 21.2% of COVID‐19 patients were detectable for SARS‐CoV‐2 RNA in annal swabs. The duration of virus was longer, but the viral load was lower in anal swabs than throat swabs. Patients with detectable viral RNA in anal swabs had a 2.5‐fold higher risk of ICU admission (26.3% vs. 10.7%, P = 0.006). Detectable SARS‐CoV‐2 RNA in the digestive tract was a potential warning indicator of severe disease. Screening the virus in digestive tract, close monitoring and early intervention of patients with detectable virus are needed.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
0146-6615
,
1096-9071
Language:
English
Publisher:
Wiley
Publication Date:
2021
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752392-0
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1475090-9
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