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Vaira LA, Boscolo-Rizzo P, Lechien JR, Mayo-Yáñez M, Petrocelli M, Pistidda L, Salzano G, Maglitto F, Hopkins C, De Riu G. Olfactory recovery following omicron variant infection: a psychophysical prospective case-control study with six-month follow up. J Laryngol Otol 2023; 137:1395-1400. [PMID: 37194489 DOI: 10.1017/s0022215123000877] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/18/2023]
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OBJECTIVE This study aimed to evaluate the recovery of olfactory function at six months in individuals infected with the coronavirus disease 2019 omicron variant, using psychophysical tests. METHODS A prospective case-control study that included severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 patients infected in February and March 2022 was conducted. Patients underwent the Sniffin' Sticks test within 10 days of infection and again after at least 6 months. The olfactory scores were compared with those of a control group. RESULTS In all, 102 patients and 120 controls were enrolled in the study. At baseline, 26 patients (25.5 per cent) self-reported smell loss. The median threshold, discrimination and identification score was 33.6 (interquartile range, 12.5) for the cases and 36.5 (interquartile range, 4.38) for the controls (p < 0.001). Based on the threshold, discrimination and identification scores, 12 controls and 34 patients reported olfactory dysfunction (p < 0.001). Eighty cases underwent re-evaluation at six months; the median threshold, discrimination and identification score was 37.1 (interquartile range, 4.75) with no significant differences compared with the controls. CONCLUSION Six months after infection, the prevalence of olfactory dysfunction in patients did not differ significantly from the control population.
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- Luigi Angelo Vaira
- Maxillofacial Surgery Operative Unit, Department of Medicine, Surgery and Pharmacy, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
- Biomedical Science Department, School of Biomedical Science, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
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- Department of Medical, Surgical and Health Sciences, Section of Otolaryngology, University of Trieste, Trieste, Italy
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- Department of Anatomy and Experimental Oncology, Mons School of Medicine, UMONS Research Institute for Health Sciences and Technology, University of Mons, Mons, Belgium
- Department of Otolaryngology - Head Neck Surgery, Elsan Polyclinic of Poitiers, Poitiers, France
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- Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery Department, University Hospital Complex of A Coruña ('CHUAC'), A Coruña, Spain
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- Maxillofacial Surgery Operative Unit, Department of Medicine, Surgery and Pharmacy, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
- Maxillofacial Surgery Unit, Bellaria-Maggiore Hospital, Azienda Unità Sanitaria Locale della ('AUSL') Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Intensive Care Unit Operative Unit, Department of Medicine, Surgery and Pharmacy, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
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- Maxillofacial Surgery Operative Unit, Department of Medicine, Surgery and Pharmacy, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
- Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Naples 'Federico II', Naples, Italy
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- Maxillofacial Surgery Operative Unit, Department of Medicine, Surgery and Pharmacy, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
- Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Naples 'Federico II', Naples, Italy
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- Rhinology, King's College, London, UK
- British Rhinological Society, London, UK
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- Maxillofacial Surgery Operative Unit, Department of Medicine, Surgery and Pharmacy, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
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Wu SS, Cabrera CI, Quereshy HA, Kocharyan A, D'Anza B, Otteson T. Olfactory dysfunction incidence and resolution amongst 608 patients with COVID-19 infection. Am J Otolaryngol 2023; 44:103962. [PMID: 37356414 PMCID: PMC10284438 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjoto.2023.103962] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2023] [Revised: 06/09/2023] [Accepted: 06/17/2023] [Indexed: 06/27/2023]
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PURPOSE Olfactory dysfunction (OD) is a common presenting sign of coronavirus-19 (COVID-19) infection and remains persistent in up to 7 % of patients one year after diagnosis. However, demographic, socioeconomic, and medical risk factors for persistent OD are not well understood. This study aims to determine risk factors for development and persistence of OD amongst patients with COVID-19 infection. MATERIALS AND METHODS This prospective, observational questionnaire study was performed at a tertiary-level, academic center. Patients with history of a positive COVID-19 diagnosis were sent an online questionnaire. Patients' self-reported survey responses for OD and resolution were assessed for associations with demographic variables, socioeconomic factors, and clinical data. RESULTS In total, 608 of 26,094 patients (77.6 % women, mean age 42.7 ± 17.4 years, range 9 months-92 years) completed the survey. OD was reported by 220 (36.2 %) patients, and 139 (63.2 %) patients achieved resolution. Patients with OD were more likely to have other sinonasal and flu-like symptoms, and had a hospitalization rate of 2.7 %. There were no significant differences in age, gender, occupational or residential factors, or medical comorbidities incidence of OD development. Women reported higher rates of persistent OD (88.9 % vs 77.0 %, p = 0.045). The OD recovery rates amongst active and resolved COVID-19 infections was 27.0 % and 70.0 %, respectively (p < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS There was a low hospitalization rate amongst patients reporting OD. One-third of patients with COVID-19 self-reported OD, and two-thirds of patients achieve OD resolution. Survey respondents with active COVID-19 infection and female gender were more likely to report persistent OD.
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- Shannon S Wu
- Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, IA, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, OH, USA.
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Tao A, Shi L, Wang Y, Duo Z, Zhao X, Mao H, Guo J, Lei J, Bao Y, Chen G, Cao X, Zhang J. Olfactory impairment in COVID-19: Two methods for the assessment of olfactory function. Heliyon 2023; 9:e14104. [PMID: 36890807 PMCID: PMC9979703 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e14104] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2022] [Revised: 02/06/2023] [Accepted: 02/21/2023] [Indexed: 03/06/2023] Open
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Background Olfactory impairment is a major symptom of COVID-19. Is it necessary for COVID-19 patients to perform the detection of olfactory function, even how to select the olfactory psychophysical assessment tool. Methods Patients infected with SARS-CoV-2 Delta variant were firstly taken into three categories (mild, moderate, and severe) according to the clinical classification. The Odor Stick Identification Test for the Japanese (OSIT-J) and the Simple Olfactory Test were used to assess olfactory function. Moreover, these patients were divided into three groups based on the results of the olfactory degree (euosmia, hyposmia, and dysosmia), too. The statistical analysis of the correlations between olfaction and clinical characteristics of patients were performed. Results Our study demonstrated that the elderly men of Han were more susceptible to infected SARS-CoV-2, the clinical symptoms of the COVID-19 patients showed a clear correspondence with the disease type and the degree of olfactory disturbance. Whether or not to vaccinate and whether to complete the whole course of vaccination was closely related to the patient's condition. OSIT-J Test and Simple Test were consistent in our work, indicating that olfactory grading would worsen with the aggravation of symptoms. Furthermore, the OSIT-J method maybe better than Simple Olfactory Test. Conclusion The vaccination has an important protective effect on the general population, and vaccination should be vigorously promoted. Moreover, it is necessary for COVID-19 patients to perform the detection of olfactory function, and the easier, faster and less expensive method for determination of olfactory function should be utilized to COVID-19 patients as the vital physical examination.
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- Anzhou Tao
- Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, The Affiliated Dehong Hospital of Kunming Medical University (Dehong People's Hospital), Mangshi 678400, Yunnan Province, China
- Ruili Traditional Chinese and Dai Medicine Hospital (A Designated Hospital for COVID-19 Patients), Ruili 678600, Yunnan Province, China
- Corresponding author. Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, The affiliated Dehong Hospital of Kunming Medical University (Dehong People's Hospital), Mangshi 678400, Yunnan Province, China.
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- Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, The Affiliated Dehong Hospital of Kunming Medical University (Dehong People's Hospital), Mangshi 678400, Yunnan Province, China
- Ruili Traditional Chinese and Dai Medicine Hospital (A Designated Hospital for COVID-19 Patients), Ruili 678600, Yunnan Province, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, The Affiliated Dehong Hospital of Kunming Medical University (Dehong People's Hospital), Mangshi 678400, Yunnan Province, China
- Ruili Traditional Chinese and Dai Medicine Hospital (A Designated Hospital for COVID-19 Patients), Ruili 678600, Yunnan Province, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, The Affiliated Dehong Hospital of Kunming Medical University (Dehong People's Hospital), Mangshi 678400, Yunnan Province, China
- Ruili Traditional Chinese and Dai Medicine Hospital (A Designated Hospital for COVID-19 Patients), Ruili 678600, Yunnan Province, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, The Affiliated Dehong Hospital of Kunming Medical University (Dehong People's Hospital), Mangshi 678400, Yunnan Province, China
- Ruili Traditional Chinese and Dai Medicine Hospital (A Designated Hospital for COVID-19 Patients), Ruili 678600, Yunnan Province, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, The Affiliated Dehong Hospital of Kunming Medical University (Dehong People's Hospital), Mangshi 678400, Yunnan Province, China
- Ruili Traditional Chinese and Dai Medicine Hospital (A Designated Hospital for COVID-19 Patients), Ruili 678600, Yunnan Province, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, The Affiliated Dehong Hospital of Kunming Medical University (Dehong People's Hospital), Mangshi 678400, Yunnan Province, China
- Ruili Traditional Chinese and Dai Medicine Hospital (A Designated Hospital for COVID-19 Patients), Ruili 678600, Yunnan Province, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, The Affiliated Dehong Hospital of Kunming Medical University (Dehong People's Hospital), Mangshi 678400, Yunnan Province, China
- Ruili Traditional Chinese and Dai Medicine Hospital (A Designated Hospital for COVID-19 Patients), Ruili 678600, Yunnan Province, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, The Affiliated Dehong Hospital of Kunming Medical University (Dehong People's Hospital), Mangshi 678400, Yunnan Province, China
- Ruili Traditional Chinese and Dai Medicine Hospital (A Designated Hospital for COVID-19 Patients), Ruili 678600, Yunnan Province, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, The Affiliated Dehong Hospital of Kunming Medical University (Dehong People's Hospital), Mangshi 678400, Yunnan Province, China
- Ruili Traditional Chinese and Dai Medicine Hospital (A Designated Hospital for COVID-19 Patients), Ruili 678600, Yunnan Province, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, The First People's Hospital of Yunnan Province, The Affiliated Hospital of Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming 650032, Yunnan Province, China
- Corresponding author.
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- Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, The First People's Hospital of Yunnan Province, The Affiliated Hospital of Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming 650032, Yunnan Province, China
- Corresponding author.
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Vaira LA, Lechien JR, Deiana G, Salzano G, Maglitto F, Piombino P, Mazzatenta A, Boscolo-Rizzo P, Hopkins C, De Riu G. Prevalence of olfactory dysfunction in D614G, alpha, delta and omicron waves: a psychophysical case-control study. Rhinology 2023; 61:32-38. [PMID: 36272169 DOI: 10.4193/rhin22.294] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND The purpose of this study was to compare the prevalence of olfactory dysfunction (OD) at different stages of the COVID-19 pandemic by evaluating subjects diagnosed with SARS-CoV-2 infection during the Omicron wave with psychophysical tests and comparing the results with those obtained from patients infected during the D614G, Alpha and Delta waves and with those of a control group. METHODOLOGY The study included adult patients diagnosed with SARS-CoV-2 infection. Depending on the time of diagnosis, the subjects were divided into four study groups: D614G; Alpha, Delta and Omicron variant groups. A group of uninfected individuals was used as control. All subjects underwent psychophysical evaluation of the olfactory function with the Connecticut Chemosensory Clinical Research Center olfactory test (D614G and Alpha groups) or the extended version of the Sniffin'Sticks test (Delta, Omicron and control groups). RESULTS 372 cases (134 D614G group, 118 Alpha group, 32 in Delta group and 88 Omicron group) were recruited and evaluated within 10 days of infection, alongside 80 controls. Patients self-reported olfactory loss in 72.4% of cases in the D614G group, in 75.4% of cases in the Alpha group, in 65.6% of cases in the Delta group and in 18.1% in the Omicron group. Psychophysical evaluation revealed a prevalence of OD: 80.6%, 83.0%, 65.6% and 36.3% in the D614G, Alpha, Delta and Omicron group respectively. The differences between the D614G, Alpha and Delta groups were not statistically significant. The Omicron group demonstrated a significantly lower prevalence of OD than the other variants but still significantly higher than the controls. CONCLUSIONS During the Omicron wave OD was less prevalent than during the D614G, Alpha and Delta periods. One-third of patients have reduced olfactory function on psychophysical evaluation during the Omicron wave. Our results should be considered with caution as the VOC has not been determined with certainty.
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- L A Vaira
- Maxillofacial Surgery Operative Unit, Department of Medical, Surgical and Experimental Sciences, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy; Biomedical Science Department, PhD School of Biomedical Science, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
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- Department of Anatomy and Experimental Oncology, Mons School of Medicine, UMONS. Research Institute for Health Sciences and Technology, University of Mons (UMons), Mons, Belgium; Department of Otolaryngology-Head Neck Surgery, Elsan Hospital, Paris, France
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- Biomedical Science Department, PhD School of Biomedical Science, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
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- Maxillofacial Surgery Operative Unit, Department of Medical, Surgical and Experimental Sciences, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy; Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Maxillofacial Surgery Operative Unit, Department of Medical, Surgical and Experimental Sciences, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy; Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Neurophysiology, Olfaction and Chemoreception Laboratory, Physiology and Physiopathology Section, Neuroscience, Imaging and Clinical Sciences Department, G. d Annunzio, University of Chieti-Pescara, Chieti Scalo, Italy
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- Department of Medical, Surgical and Health Sciences, Section of Otolaryngology, University of Trieste, Trieste, Italy
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- King's College, London, UK; British Rhinological Society (President), London, UK
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- Maxillofacial Surgery Operative Unit, Department of Medical, Surgical and Experimental Sciences, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
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Saussez S, Vaira LA, De Riu G, Lechien JR. Therapies for COVID-19-Related Persistent Olfactory Disorders: One of the Good Fruits of the Pandemic. Pathogens 2023; 12:pathogens12010072. [PMID: 36678420 PMCID: PMC9865084 DOI: 10.3390/pathogens12010072] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2022] [Revised: 12/27/2022] [Accepted: 12/27/2022] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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At the beginning of 2021, the scientific community realized the burden of COVID-19-related persistent olfactory disorders (ODs). The percentage of those infected with COVID-19 who developed severe and persistent ODs [1-3] with devastating effects on their quality of life was 5 to 40% [4,5].
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- Sven Saussez
- Department of Human and Experimental Oncology, Faculty of Medicine UMONS Research Institute for Health Sciences and Technology, University of Mons (UMons), B7000 Mons, Belgium
- Correspondence: (S.S.); (L.A.V.); Tel.: +32-485-716-053 (S.S.); +39-340-1846168 (L.A.V.)
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- Maxillofacial Surgery Operative Unit, Department of Medicine, Surgery and Pharmacy, University of Sassari, 07100 Sassari, Italy
- Biomedical Science Department, PhD School of Biomedical Science, University of Sassari, 07100 Sassari, Italy
- Correspondence: (S.S.); (L.A.V.); Tel.: +32-485-716-053 (S.S.); +39-340-1846168 (L.A.V.)
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- Maxillofacial Surgery Operative Unit, Department of Medicine, Surgery and Pharmacy, University of Sassari, 07100 Sassari, Italy
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- Department of Human and Experimental Oncology, Faculty of Medicine UMONS Research Institute for Health Sciences and Technology, University of Mons (UMons), B7000 Mons, Belgium
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head Neck Surgery, Elsan Polyclinic of Poitiers, 86000 Poitiers, France
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Association of anosmia and neutralizing antibody production in adolescents with SARS-CoV-2. Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol 2023; 164:111403. [PMID: 36463663 PMCID: PMC9694343 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijporl.2022.111403] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2022] [Revised: 11/18/2022] [Accepted: 11/22/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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BACKGROUND To monitor olfactory/gustatory dysfunction and its relationship to SARS-CoV-2 IgG antibody responses in an adolescent population. METHODS Adolescents with changes in olfactory/gustatory functions were enrolled in a 15-month study. The patients were evaluated with 1) SNOT-22, 2) pediatric smell wheel, and 3) SARS-CoV-2 antibody testing. The relationship between these scores and length of anosmia, and the amount of SARS-CoV-2 IgG antibodies were assessed. A brain MRI was performed in cases of persistent special sensory symptoms. RESULTS Eighteen patients were identified with smell and/or taste complaints. Most of the patients were female (67%) and median age was 15 years (range 11-17). Twelve patients had prior SARS-CoV-2 PCR testing, with only five patients with a positive result. The median SNOT-22 score was 16 (range 0-52) and the median smell wheel score was 6.5 (range 1-11). Patients with taste difficulty were more likely to have a score less than eight. 78% of the patients tested positive for antibodies and there was a strong negative correlation between smell wheel score and antibody level (Spearman, ρ = -0.798, p = 0.002). Five patients underwent MRI scan, and all resulted as normal olfactory bulb structures. 66% received nasal corticosteroids. 11 patients presented in follow up. CONCLUSIONS Adolescents presenting to a pediatric ENT clinic during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic were likely to have prolonged (>6 weeks) symptoms of SARS-CoV-2. The majority do not report positive PCR testing result but do report systemic symptoms including anosmia. This suggests that anosmia may be both a late and prolonged symptom of SARS-CoV-2.
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Vaira LA, Lechien JR, De Riu G, Saussez S. The Trajectories of Olfactory Dysfunction from the First to the Omicron Wave: Are We Getting over it? Pathogens 2022; 12:pathogens12010010. [PMID: 36678358 PMCID: PMC9863251 DOI: 10.3390/pathogens12010010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2022] [Accepted: 12/20/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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It has now been two years since the publication in Pathogens of our European multicenter study on the prevalence of olfactory dysfunctions (OD) during COVID-19 [...].
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- Luigi Angelo Vaira
- Maxillofacial Surgery Operative Unit, Department of Medicine, Surgery and Pharmacy, University of Sassari, 07100 Sassari, Italy
- Biomedical Science Department, PhD School of Biomedical Science, University of Sassari, 07100 Sassari, Italy
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +39-3401846168
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- Department of Human and Experimental Oncology, Faculty of Medicine UMONS Research Institute for Health Sciences and Technology, University of Mons (UMons), B7000 Mons, Belgium
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head Neck Surgery, Elsan Polyclinic of Poitiers, 86000 Poitiers, France
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- Maxillofacial Surgery Operative Unit, Department of Medicine, Surgery and Pharmacy, University of Sassari, 07100 Sassari, Italy
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- Department of Human and Experimental Oncology, Faculty of Medicine UMONS Research Institute for Health Sciences and Technology, University of Mons (UMons), B7000 Mons, Belgium
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Vaira LA, Deiana G, Maglitto F, Salzano G. Post-Viral Olfactory Loss: What We Learned from the SARS-CoV-2 Pandemic. LIFE (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 12:life12111868. [PMID: 36431003 PMCID: PMC9696542 DOI: 10.3390/life12111868] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2022] [Accepted: 11/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Viral infections have always been one of the most frequent causes of persistent olfactory dysfunctions accounting for 18% to 45% of all cases [...].
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- Luigi Angelo Vaira
- Maxillofacial Surgery Operative Unit, Department of Medicine, Surgery and Pharmacy, University of Sassari, 07100 Sassari, Italy
- Biomedical Science Department, PhD School of Biomedical Science, University of Sassari, 07100 Sassari, Italy
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +39-3401846168
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- Biomedical Science Department, PhD School of Biomedical Science, University of Sassari, 07100 Sassari, Italy
- Direction, Hygiene and Hospital Infection Control Operative Unit, University Hospital of Sassari, 07100 Sassari, Italy
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- Maxillofacial Surgery Operative Unit, University Hospital of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Maxillofacial Surgery Operative Unit, University Hospital of Naples “Federico II”, 80131 Naples, Italy
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Olfactory and gustatory disorders in COVID-19. ALLERGO JOURNAL INTERNATIONAL 2022; 31:243-250. [PMID: 35755859 PMCID: PMC9208356 DOI: 10.1007/s40629-022-00216-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2022] [Accepted: 04/28/2022] [Indexed: 12/05/2022]
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Loss of olfaction is one of the symptoms most commonly reported by patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Although the spontaneous recovery rate is high, recent studies have shown that up to 7% of patients remain anosmic for more than 12 months after the onset of infection, leaving millions of people worldwide suffering from severe olfactory impairment. Olfactory training remains the first recommended treatment. With the continued lack of approved drug treatments, new therapeutic options are being explored. This article reviews the current state of science on COVID-19-related olfactory disorders, focusing on epidemiology, pathophysiology, cure rates, currently available treatment options, and research on new treatments.
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Štěpánek L, Janošíková M, Nakládalová M, Štěpánek L, Tihelka A, Boriková A, Večeřová R, Sauer P. Relationship between Acute-Phase Symptoms and Immunoglobulin G Seropositivity up to Eight Months after COVID-19. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2022; 58:medicina58060708. [PMID: 35743971 PMCID: PMC9230838 DOI: 10.3390/medicina58060708] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2022] [Revised: 05/23/2022] [Accepted: 05/24/2022] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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Background and Objectives: Given the limited knowledge of antibody responses to COVID-19 and their determinants, we analyzed the relationship between the occurrence of acute-phase symptoms and infection-induced immunoglobulin (Ig) G seropositivity up to 8 months post-symptom onset. Materials and Methods: In this cross-sectional study, 661 middle-aged unvaccinated healthcare workers (HCWs) were interviewed about the presence of symptoms during the acute phase of their previously confirmed COVID-19 and were tested for specific IgG, targeting the spike protein (S1 and S2). The dependence of seropositivity on the symptom occurrence was explored through multiple logistic regression, adjusted for the interval between symptom onset and serology testing, and through classification and regression trees. Results: A total of 551 (83.4%) HCWs showed seropositivity and, inversely, 110 (16.6%) HCWs were seronegative. The chance of IgG seropositivity was increased by dyspnea (odds ratio (OR) 1.48, p < 0.001) and anosmia (OR 1.52, p = 0.021). Fever in HCWs with dyspnea resulted in the highest detected seropositivity rate, and anosmia in HCWs without dyspnea significantly increased the proportion of seropositivity. Conclusion: Clinical manifestation of the acute phase of COVID-19 predisposes to the development of infection-induced antibody responses. The findings can be applied for assessing the long-term protection by IgG, and thus, for creating effective surveillance strategies.
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- Ladislav Štěpánek
- Department of Occupational Medicine, University Hospital Olomouc, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Palacký University Olomouc, I. P. Pavlova 185/6, 779 00 Olomouc, Czech Republic; (M.J.); (M.N.); (A.T.); (A.B.)
- Correspondence: or ; Tel.: +420-608-757-316
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- Department of Occupational Medicine, University Hospital Olomouc, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Palacký University Olomouc, I. P. Pavlova 185/6, 779 00 Olomouc, Czech Republic; (M.J.); (M.N.); (A.T.); (A.B.)
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- Department of Occupational Medicine, University Hospital Olomouc, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Palacký University Olomouc, I. P. Pavlova 185/6, 779 00 Olomouc, Czech Republic; (M.J.); (M.N.); (A.T.); (A.B.)
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- Institute of Biophysics and Informatics, First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, Salmovská 1, 120 00 Prague, Czech Republic;
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- Department of Occupational Medicine, University Hospital Olomouc, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Palacký University Olomouc, I. P. Pavlova 185/6, 779 00 Olomouc, Czech Republic; (M.J.); (M.N.); (A.T.); (A.B.)
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- Department of Occupational Medicine, University Hospital Olomouc, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Palacký University Olomouc, I. P. Pavlova 185/6, 779 00 Olomouc, Czech Republic; (M.J.); (M.N.); (A.T.); (A.B.)
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- Department of Microbiology, University Hospital Olomouc, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Palacký University Olomouc, Hněvotínská 3, 775 15 Olomouc, Czech Republic; (R.V.); (P.S.)
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- Department of Microbiology, University Hospital Olomouc, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Palacký University Olomouc, Hněvotínská 3, 775 15 Olomouc, Czech Republic; (R.V.); (P.S.)
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Vaira LA, Lechien JR, Salzano G, Maglitto F, Saussez S, De Riu G. The role of nasal immunoglobulins in the recovery of olfactory function in COVID-19 patients. Am J Otolaryngol 2022; 43:103301. [PMID: 34895763 PMCID: PMC8638244 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjoto.2021.103301] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/03/2021] [Accepted: 09/11/2021] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Luigi Angelo Vaira
- Maxillofacial Surgery Operative Unit, Department of Medical, Surgical and Experimental Sciences, University of Sassari, Italy; Biomedical Science Department, PhD School of Biomedical Science, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy.
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- Department of Otolaryngoly-Head Neck Surgery, Foch Hospital, Paris Saclay University, Paris, France; Department of Human and Experimental Oncology, Faculty of Medicine UMONS Research Institute for Health Sciences and Technology, University of Mons (UMons), Mons, Belgium
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- Maxillofacial Surgery Operative Unit, University Hospital of Naples "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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- Maxillofacial Surgery Operative Unit, University Hospital of Naples "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Human and Experimental Oncology, Faculty of Medicine UMONS Research Institute for Health Sciences and Technology, University of Mons (UMons), Mons, Belgium
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- Maxillofacial Surgery Operative Unit, Department of Medical, Surgical and Experimental Sciences, University of Sassari, Italy; Biomedical Science Department, PhD School of Biomedical Science, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
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Trecca EM, Cassano M, Longo F, Petrone P, Miani C, Hummel T, Gelardi M. Results from psychophysical tests of smell and taste during the course of SARS-CoV-2 infection: a review. ACTA OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGICA ITALICA 2022; 42:S20-S35. [PMID: 35763272 PMCID: PMC9137382 DOI: 10.14639/0392-100x-suppl.1-42-2022-03] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/18/2022] [Accepted: 02/22/2022] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
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Only a few studies have assessed smell and taste in Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) patients with psychophysical tests, while the majority performed self-rating evaluations. Given the heterogeneity of the published literature, the aim of this review was to systematically analyse the articles on this topic with a focus on psychophysical testing. A search on PubMed and Web of Science from December 2019, to November 2021, with cross-references, was executed. The main eligibility criteria were English-language articles, investigating the clinical features of olfaction and gustation in COVID-19 patients using self-rating assessment, psychophysical testing and imaging techniques. A total of 638 articles were identified and 66 were included. Self-rating assessment was performed in 31 studies, while psychophysical testing in 30 and imaging techniques in 5. The prevalence of chemosensory dysfunction was the most investigated topic, followed by the recovery time. About the psychophysical assessment, the extended version of the Sniffin’ Sticks was used in 11 articles and the Connecticut Chemosensory Clinical Research Center test in another 11. The olfactory threshold performance was the most impacted compared to the discrimination and identification capacities in accordance with the hypothesis of a tropism of SARS-CoV-2 for the olfactory mucosa. The timing significantly influenced the results of the psychophysical testing with 20% of patients presenting olfactory dysfunction at one month after infection.
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW This article reviews the literature on COVID-19 related anosmia, focusing on the epidemiology, pathophysiology recovery rates, current available treatment options, and research regarding novel treatments. RECENT FINDINGS Loss of sense of smell is one of the most prevalent symptoms reported by patients after COVID-19 infection. Even though there is a high self-reported recovery rate, recent studies have demonstrated that up to 7% of the patients remain anosmic more than 12 months after onset, leaving millions worldwide with severe olfactory dysfunction. Olfactory training remains the first line recommended treatment. Given the paucity of effective medical treatments options researchers are exploring novel therapeutic options. SUMMARY Olfactory dysfunction remains a significant and persistent legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic, but heightened awareness may stimulate research that leads to the development of much-needed treatment options.
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- Katerina Karamali
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Guy's and St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Guy's and St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust
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- Guy's and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, London, United Kingdom
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The Effects of Persistent Olfactory and Gustatory Dysfunctions on Quality of Life in Long-COVID-19 Patients. Life (Basel) 2022; 12:life12020141. [PMID: 35207429 PMCID: PMC8878431 DOI: 10.3390/life12020141] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 18.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2021] [Revised: 12/26/2021] [Accepted: 01/17/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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(1) Background: Persistent olfactory (POD) and gustatory (PGD) dysfunctions are one of the most frequent symptoms of long-Coronavirus Disease 2019 but their effect on the quality of life (QoL) of patients is still largely unexplored. (2) Methods: An online survey was administered to individuals who reported to have had SARS-CoV-2 infection at least 6 months prior with persisting COVID-19 symptoms (using the COVID symptom index), including ratings of POD and PGD, and their physical (PCS) and mental (MCS) components of quality of life were assessed using the standardized short form 12 questionnaire (SF-12). (3) Results: Responses from 431 unique individuals were included in the analyses. The most frequent persistent symptoms were: fatigue (185 cases, 42.9%), olfactory dysfunction (127 cases, 29.5%), gustatory dysfunction (96 cases, 22.3%) and muscle pain (83 cases, 19.3%). Respondents who reported persisting muscle pain, joint pain, fatigue, headache, gastrointestinal disturbances, and dyspnea had significantly worse PCS. Those experiencing persistent fatigue and dyspnea also showed significantly lower MCS. Respondents reporting POD or PGD showed significantly worse QoL, but only pertaining to the MCS. Multiple regressions predicted MCS based on olfactory and marginally on gustatory ratings, but not PCS. Age significantly affected the prediction of PCS but not MCS, and gender and temporal distance from the COVID-19 diagnosis had no effect. (4) Conclusions: POD and PGD are frequent symptoms of the long-COVID-19 syndrome and significantly reduce QoL, specifically in the mental health component. This evidence should stimulate the establishment of appropriate infrastructure to support individuals with persistent CD, while research on effective therapies scales up.
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Wei G, Gu J, Gu Z, Du C, Huang X, Xing H, Li L, Zhang A, Hu X, Huo J. Olfactory Dysfunction in Patients With Coronavirus Disease 2019: A Review. Front Neurol 2022; 12:783249. [PMID: 35115994 PMCID: PMC8805677 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2021.783249] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2021] [Accepted: 12/14/2021] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic is wreaking havoc on public-health and economic systems worldwide. Among the several neurological symptoms of patients with COVID-19 reported in clinical practice, olfactory dysfunction (OD) is the most common. OD occurs as the earliest or the only clinical manifestation in some patients. Increasing research attention has focused on OD, which is listed as one of the main diagnostic symptoms of severe acute respiratory syndrome-coronavirus-2 infection. Multiple clinical and basic-science studies on COVID-19-induced OD are underway to clarify the underlying mechanism of action. In this review, we summarize the clinical characteristics, mechanisms, evaluation methods, prognosis, and treatment options of COVID-19-induced OD. In this way, we hope to improve the understanding of COVID-19-induced OD to aid early identification and precise intervention.
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- Guoli Wei
- Affiliated Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
- Jiangsu Province Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
- Nanjing Lishui District Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
- Department of Oncology, Yangzhou University Medical College, Yangzhou, China
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- Affiliated Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
- Jiangsu Province Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
- The Third Medical College, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
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- Affiliated Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
- Jiangsu Province Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
- The Third Medical College, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
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- Affiliated Brain Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Affiliated Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
- Jiangsu Province Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
- The Third Medical College, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
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- Affiliated Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
- Jiangsu Province Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
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- Affiliated Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
- Jiangsu Province Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
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- Affiliated Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
- Jiangsu Province Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
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- Affiliated Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
- Jiangsu Province Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
- Nanjing Lishui District Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
- Department of Oncology, Yangzhou University Medical College, Yangzhou, China
- *Correspondence: Xingxing Hu
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- Affiliated Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
- Jiangsu Province Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
- Jiege Huo
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Klimek L, Hagemann J, Döge J, Koll L, Cuevas M, Klimek F, Hummel T. Störungen des Riech- und Schmeckvermögens bei COVID-19. ALLERGO JOURNAL 2022; 31:35-43. [PMCID: PMC9618349 DOI: 10.1007/s15007-022-5602-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Der Verlust des Riechvermögens ist eines der Symptome, die von Patienten mit COVID-19 mit am häufigsten angegeben werden. Obwohl die Spontanheilungsrate hoch ist, haben neuere Studien gezeigt, dass bis zu 7 % der Patienten mehr als zwölf Monate nach Beginn der Infektion anosmisch bleiben, sodass weltweit Millionen von Menschen unter schweren Riechstörungen leiden. Riechtraining ist nach wie vor die erste empfohlene Behandlungsform. Angesichts weiterhin fehlender zugelassener medikamentöser Behandlungsmöglichkeiten werden neue therapeutische Optionen erforscht. Dieser Artikel gibt einen Überblick über den aktuellen Stand der Wissenschaft zu COVID-19-bedingten Riechstörungen, wobei der Schwerpunkt auf der Epidemiologie, der Pathophysiologie, den Heilungsraten, den derzeit verfügbaren Behandlungsmöglichkeiten und der Forschung zu neuen Behandlungsmethoden liegt. Zitierweise: Klimek L, Hagemann J, Döge J, Freudelsperger L, Cuevas M, Klimek F, Hummel T. Olfactory and gustatory disorders in COVID-19. Allergo J Int 2022;31:243-50 https://doi.org/10.1007/s40629-022-00216-7
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- Ludger Klimek
- FA für Dermatologie u. Allergologie, Zentrum f. Rhinologie und Allergologie, An den Quellen 10, 65183 Wiesbaden, Germany
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- Klinik f. Hals-Nasen-Ohrenheilkunde, Universitätsmedizin Mainz, Langenbeckstraße 1, 55131 Mainz, Germany
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- Klinik f. Hals-Nasen-Ohrenheilkunde, Universitätsmedizin Mainz, Langenbeckstraße 1, 55131 Mainz, Germany
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- Hals-, Nasen-, Ohrenklinik und Poliklinik, Universitätsmedizin Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Klinik u. Poliklinik für Hals- Nasen- und Ohrenheilkunde, Univ.-Klinikum Carl Gustav Carus, Fetscherstr. 74, 01307 Dresden, Germany
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- Zentrum für Rhinologie und Allergologie Wiesbaden, An den Quellen 10, 65183 Wiesbaden, Germany
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- Klinik und Poliklinik für HNO-Heilkunde, Universitätsklinikum Carl Gustav Carus, Dresden, Germany
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Vaira LA, De Vito A, Lechien JR, Chiesa-Estomba CM, Mayo-Yàñez M, Calvo-Henrìquez C, Saussez S, Madeddu G, Babudieri S, Boscolo-Rizzo P, Hopkins C, De Riu G. New Onset of Smell and Taste Loss Are Common Findings Also in Patients With Symptomatic COVID-19 After Complete Vaccination. Laryngoscope 2021; 132:419-421. [PMID: 34812498 PMCID: PMC9011575 DOI: 10.1002/lary.29964] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2021] [Revised: 11/12/2021] [Accepted: 11/16/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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The aim of this study is to investigate the clinical profile of patients who developed coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID‐19) after full vaccination. Demographic, epidemiological and clinical data were collected through medical records and online patient‐reported outcome questionnaire from patients who developed symptomatic SARS‐CoV‐2 infection, confirmed by nasopharyngeal swab, at least 2 weeks after completion of vaccination. A total of 153 subjects were included. The most frequent symptoms were: asthenia (82.4%), chemosensory dysfunction (63.4%), headache (59.5%), runny nose (58.2%), muscle pain (54.9%), loss of appetite (54.3%), and nasal obstruction (51.6%). Particularly, 62.3% and 53.6% of subjects reported olfactory and gustatory dysfunction, respectively. Symptom severity was mild or moderate in almost all cases. Chemosensory dysfunctions have been observed to be a frequent symptom even in subjects who contracted the infection after full vaccination. For this reason, the sudden loss of smell and taste could continue to represent a useful and specific diagnostic marker to raise the suspicion of COVID‐19 even in vaccinated subjects. In the future, it will be necessary to establish what the recovery rate is in these patients.
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- Luigi A Vaira
- Maxillofacial Surgery Operative Unit, Department of Medical, Surgical and Experimental Sciences, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy.,Biomedical Science PhD School, Biomedical Science Department, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
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- Infectious and Tropical Diseases Unit, Department of Medical, Surgical and Experimental Sciences, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
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- COVID-19 Task Force, Young-Otolaryngologists of the International Federation of Oto-rhino-laryngological Societies, Paris, France.,Department of Human and Experimental Oncology, Faculty of Medicine UMONS Research Institute for Health Sciences and Technology, University of Mons, Mons, Belgium
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- COVID-19 Task Force, Young-Otolaryngologists of the International Federation of Oto-rhino-laryngological Societies, Paris, France.,Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Hospital Universitario Donostia, San Sebastian, Spain
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- Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery Department, University Hospital Complex of A Coruña, A Coruña, Spain
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- Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Department, Complexo Hospitalario Universitario Santiago de Compostela, Santiago de Compostela, Spain
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- COVID-19 Task Force, Young-Otolaryngologists of the International Federation of Oto-rhino-laryngological Societies, Paris, France.,Department of Human and Experimental Oncology, Faculty of Medicine UMONS Research Institute for Health Sciences and Technology, University of Mons, Mons, Belgium
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- Infectious and Tropical Diseases Unit, Department of Medical, Surgical and Experimental Sciences, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
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- Infectious and Tropical Diseases Unit, Department of Medical, Surgical and Experimental Sciences, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Health Sciences, University of Trieste, Trieste, Italy
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- Otorhinolaryngology Department, King's College, London, U.K
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- Maxillofacial Surgery Operative Unit, Department of Medical, Surgical and Experimental Sciences, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
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Vaira LA, Salzano G, Le Bon SD, Maglio A, Petrocelli M, Steffens Y, Ligas E, Maglitto F, Lechien JR, Saussez S, Vatrella A, Salzano FA, Boscolo-Rizzo P, Hopkins C, De Riu G. Prevalence of Persistent Olfactory Disorders in Patients With COVID-19: A Psychophysical Case-Control Study With 1-Year Follow-up. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2021; 167:183-186. [PMID: 34813382 DOI: 10.1177/01945998211061511] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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The purpose of this multicenter case-control study was to evaluate a group of patients at least 1 year after coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) with Sniffin' Sticks tests and to compare the results with a control population to quantify the potential bias introduced by the underlying prevalence of olfactory dysfunction (OD) in the general population. The study included 170 cases and 170 controls. In the COVID-19 group, 26.5% of cases had OD (anosmia in 4.7%, hyposmia in 21.8%) versus 3.5% in the control group (6 cases of hyposmia). The TDI score (threshold, discrimination, and identification) in the COVID-19 group was significantly lower than in the control group (32.5 [interquartile range, 29-36.5] vs 36.75 [34-39.5], P < .001). The prevalence of OD was significantly higher in the COVID-19 group, confirming that this result is not due to the underlying prevalence of OD in the general population.
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- Luigi Angelo Vaira
- Maxillofacial Surgery Operative Unit, Department of Medical, Surgical and Experimental Sciences, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
- Biomedical Science PhD School, Biomedical Science Department, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
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- Maxillofacial Surgery Operative Unit, Department of Medical, Surgical and Experimental Sciences, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
- Maxillofacial Surgery Unit, University Hospital of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, CHU de Bruxelles, CHU Saint-Pierre, School of Medicine, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- Respiratory Diseases Operative Unit, Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry, Scuola Medica Salernitana, University of Salerno, Baronissi, Italy
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- Maxillofacial Surgery Operative Unit, Bellaria and Maggiore Hospital-AUSL of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, CHU de Bruxelles, CHU Saint-Pierre, School of Medicine, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- Maxillofacial Surgery Operative Unit, Department of Medical, Surgical and Experimental Sciences, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
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- Maxillofacial Surgery Operative Unit, Department of Medical, Surgical and Experimental Sciences, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
- Maxillofacial Surgery Unit, University Hospital of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head Neck Surgery, Foch Hospital, Paris Saclay University, Paris, France
- Department of Human and Experimental Oncology, Faculty of Medicine UMONS Research Institute for Health Sciences and Technology, University of Mons, Mons, Belgium
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- Department of Human and Experimental Oncology, Faculty of Medicine UMONS Research Institute for Health Sciences and Technology, University of Mons, Mons, Belgium
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- Respiratory Diseases Operative Unit, Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry, Scuola Medica Salernitana, University of Salerno, Baronissi, Italy
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- Otolaryngology Operative Unit, Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry, Scuola Medica Salernitana, University of Salerno, Baronissi, Italy
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- Department of Medical, Surgical and Health Sciences, Section of Otolaryngology, University of Trieste, Trieste, Italy
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- Maxillofacial Surgery Operative Unit, Department of Medical, Surgical and Experimental Sciences, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
- Biomedical Science PhD School, Biomedical Science Department, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
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