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  1. Article ; Online: Case of acute hepatic injury and elevated ethanol levels in a non-alcoholic adult.

    Albano, Jeri / Patarroyo-Aponte, Gabriel Dario / Mahmood, Ejaz

    BMJ case reports

    2019  Volume 12, Issue 11

    Abstract: Blood ethanol concentration is measured using different techniques. Gas chromatography/mass spectrometry is used in forensic laboratories to measure whole blood ethanol levels while enzyme immunoassay is often used in hospitals to measure serum or plasma ...

    Abstract Blood ethanol concentration is measured using different techniques. Gas chromatography/mass spectrometry is used in forensic laboratories to measure whole blood ethanol levels while enzyme immunoassay is often used in hospitals to measure serum or plasma ethanol levels. Lactic acidosis can theoretically cause false elevation of blood ethanol levels measured through enzymatic assay because this method measures the reduction of nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+) to nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide- hydrogen (NADH) via the action of a dehydrogenase. Here, we present a rare incidence of ethanol level elevation in a non-alcoholic adult male secondary to lactic acidosis from a rare form of large B-cell lymphoma with infiltration of the liver.
    MeSH term(s) Acidosis, Lactic/blood ; Acidosis, Lactic/etiology ; Acute Disease ; Aged ; Ethanol/metabolism ; Humans ; Liver Failure, Acute/blood ; Liver Failure, Acute/etiology ; Lymphoma, B-Cell/complications ; Male ; Neoplasm Invasiveness
    Chemical Substances Ethanol (3K9958V90M)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2019-11-10
    Publishing country England
    Document type Case Reports ; Journal Article
    ISSN 1757-790X
    ISSN (online) 1757-790X
    DOI 10.1136/bcr-2019-229814
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  2. Article: Plummer-Vinson syndrome: improving outcomes with a multidisciplinary approach.

    Lo, Kevin Bryan / Albano, Jeri / Sandhu, Naemat / Candelario, Nellowe

    Journal of multidisciplinary healthcare

    2019  Volume 12, Page(s) 471–477

    Abstract: Plummer-Vinson syndrome is a rare condition associated with dysphagia, iron deficiency, and esophageal webs. Data regarding this condition is limited to mostly case reports and a few small cohort studies. Although most cases have a benign and indolent ... ...

    Abstract Plummer-Vinson syndrome is a rare condition associated with dysphagia, iron deficiency, and esophageal webs. Data regarding this condition is limited to mostly case reports and a few small cohort studies. Although most cases have a benign and indolent course, the risk of malignancy warrants long-term surveillance. A multidisciplinary approach among healthcare providers is of the utmost importance in the management of this condition.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2019-06-19
    Publishing country New Zealand
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2453343-9
    ISSN 1178-2390
    ISSN 1178-2390
    DOI 10.2147/JMDH.S180410
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  3. Article ; Online: The use of IV vitamin C for patients with COVID-19: a case series.

    Hiedra, Raul / Lo, Kevin Bryan / Elbashabsheh, Mohammad / Gul, Fahad / Wright, Robert Matthew / Albano, Jeri / Azmaiparashvili, Zurab / Patarroyo Aponte, Gabriel

    Expert review of anti-infective therapy

    2020  Volume 18, Issue 12, Page(s) 1259–1261

    Abstract: Background: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has affected almost 2.5 million people worldwide with almost 170,000 deaths reported to date. So far, there is scarce evidence for the current treatment options available for COVID-19. Vitamin ...

    Abstract Background: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has affected almost 2.5 million people worldwide with almost 170,000 deaths reported to date. So far, there is scarce evidence for the current treatment options available for COVID-19. Vitamin C has previously been used for treatment of severe sepsis and septic shock. We reviewed the feasibility of using vitamin C in the setting of COVID-19 in a series of patients.
    Methods: We sequentially identified a series of patients who were requiring at least 30% of FiO2 or more who received IV vitamin C as part of the COVID-19 treatment and analyzed their demographic and clinical characteristics. We compared inflammatory markers pre and post treatment including D-dimer and ferritin.
    Results: We identified a total of 17 patients who received IV vitamin C for COVID-19. The inpatient mortality rate in this series was 12% with 17.6% rates of intubation and mechanical ventilation. We noted a significant decrease in inflammatory markers, including ferritin and D-dimer, and a trend to decreasing FiO2 requirements, after vitamin C administration.
    Conclusion: The use of IV vitamin C in patients with moderate to severe COVID-19 disease may be feasible.
    MeSH term(s) Administration, Intravenous ; Aged ; Anti-Inflammatory Agents/therapeutic use ; Antibodies, Monoclonal, Humanized/therapeutic use ; Antiviral Agents/therapeutic use ; Ascorbic Acid/therapeutic use ; COVID-19/blood ; COVID-19/drug therapy ; COVID-19/physiopathology ; Drug Therapy, Combination ; Feasibility Studies ; Female ; Ferritins/blood ; Fibrin Fibrinogen Degradation Products/metabolism ; Hospital Mortality ; Humans ; Hydroxychloroquine/therapeutic use ; Hypoxia/physiopathology ; Intubation, Intratracheal/statistics & numerical data ; Male ; Methylprednisolone/therapeutic use ; Middle Aged ; Respiration, Artificial/statistics & numerical data ; Retrospective Studies ; Severity of Illness Index ; Vitamins/therapeutic use
    Chemical Substances Anti-Inflammatory Agents ; Antibodies, Monoclonal, Humanized ; Antiviral Agents ; Fibrin Fibrinogen Degradation Products ; Vitamins ; fibrin fragment D ; Hydroxychloroquine (4QWG6N8QKH) ; Ferritins (9007-73-2) ; tocilizumab (I031V2H011) ; Ascorbic Acid (PQ6CK8PD0R) ; Methylprednisolone (X4W7ZR7023)
    Keywords covid19
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-08-01
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2181279-2
    ISSN 1744-8336 ; 1478-7210
    ISSN (online) 1744-8336
    ISSN 1478-7210
    DOI 10.1080/14787210.2020.1794819
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  4. Article ; Online: Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blockers and outcomes in patients with COVID-19: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

    Lo, Kevin Bryan / Bhargav, Ruchika / Salacup, Grace / Pelayo, Jerald / Albano, Jeri / McCullough, Peter A / Rangaswami, Janani

    Expert review of cardiovascular therapy

    2020  Volume 18, Issue 12, Page(s) 919–930

    Abstract: Background: The use of angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEI) and angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARB) in patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) given their interaction with the angiotensin-converting enzyme-2 (ACE-2) receptor ... ...

    Abstract Background: The use of angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEI) and angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARB) in patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) given their interaction with the angiotensin-converting enzyme-2 (ACE-2) receptor remains controversial. .
    Objective: To investigate the impact of ACEI/ARB on COVID-19 disease severity and mortality through a systematic review and meta-analysis.
    Methods: We searched PubMed and CINAHL databases as well as pre-print servers for studies investigating usage of ACEIs/ARBs in patients with COVID-19 compared to a control group of COVID-19 patients without ACEI/ARB use. COVID-19 related severity of disease, and death were identified as end points. Pooled odds ratios (OR) and their 95% confidence intervals (CI) were calculated using random-effects model.
    Results: 21 studies were included in the meta-analysis. For mortality with ACEI/ARB use, the pooled odds ratio was 1.29 [0.89-1.87] p = 0.18 with heterogeneity of 91%, while the pooled OR for COVID-19 severity was 0.94 [0.59-1.50] p = 0.81 with heterogeneity of 89% (Figure 2). In combining both mortality and severe disease outcomes, the pooled odds ratio was 1.09 [0.80-1.48] p = 0.58 but with heterogeneity of 92%.
    Expert opinion: Even on pooled analysis of both un-adjusted data, adjusted data(studies with matched controls) and taking into account factors such as risk of bias of studies via meta regression and sensitivity analyses, the results hold true that ACEI/ARB use is not associated with COVID-19 disease severity or mortality. To look for any potential beneficial effects, randomized controlled trials are needed.
    Conclusion: use of ACEI/ARB was not associated with increased mortality or severe COVID-19.
    MeSH term(s) Angiotensin Receptor Antagonists/administration & dosage ; Angiotensin Receptor Antagonists/adverse effects ; Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors/administration & dosage ; Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors/adverse effects ; COVID-19/physiopathology ; Humans
    Chemical Substances Angiotensin Receptor Antagonists ; Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors
    Keywords covid19
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-10-05
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Meta-Analysis ; Systematic Review
    ZDB-ID 2192343-7
    ISSN 1744-8344 ; 1477-9072
    ISSN (online) 1744-8344
    ISSN 1477-9072
    DOI 10.1080/14779072.2020.1826308
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  5. Article ; Online: Association of Pre-Admission Statin Use With Reduced In-Hospital Mortality in COVID-19.

    Chacko, Shireen R / DeJoy, Robert / Lo, Kevin Bryan / Albano, Jeri / Peterson, Eric / Bhargav, Ruchika / Gu, Fahad / Salacup, Grace / Pelayo, Jerald / Azmaiparashvili, Zurab / Rangaswami, Janani / Patarroyo-Aponte, Gabriel / Benzaquen, Sadia / Gupta, Ena

    The American journal of the medical sciences

    2021  Volume 361, Issue 6, Page(s) 725–730

    Abstract: Background: Coronavirus disease-19 (COVID-19) infection is associated with an uncontrolled systemic inflammatory response. Statins, given their anti-inflammatory properties, may reduce the associated morbidity and mortality. This study aimed to ... ...

    Abstract Background: Coronavirus disease-19 (COVID-19) infection is associated with an uncontrolled systemic inflammatory response. Statins, given their anti-inflammatory properties, may reduce the associated morbidity and mortality. This study aimed to determine the association between statin use prior to hospitalization and in-hospital mortality in COVID-19 patients.
    Methods: In this retrospective study, clinical data were collected from the electronic medical records of patients admitted to the hospital with confirmed COVID-19 infection from March 1, 2020 to April 24, 2020. A multivariate regression analysis was performed to study the association of pre-admission statin use with in-hospital mortality.
    Results: Of 255 patients, 116 (45.5%) patients were on statins prior to admission and 139 (54.5%) were not. The statin group had a higher proportion of end stage renal disease (ESRD) (13.8% vs. 2.9%, p = 0.001), diabetes mellitus (63.8% vs. 35.2%, p<0.001), hypertension (87.9% vs. 61.1%, p < 0.001) and coronary artery disease (CAD) (33.6% vs. 5%, p < 0.001). On multivariate analysis, we found a statistically significant decrease in the odds of in-hospital mortality in patients on statins before admission (OR 0.14, 95% CI 0.03- 0.61, p = 0.008). In the subgroup analysis, statins were associated with a decrease in mortality in those with CAD (OR 0.02, 95% CI 0.0003-0.92 p = 0.045) and those without CAD (OR 0.05, 95% CI 0.005-0.43, p = 0.007).
    Conclusions: Our study suggests that statins are associated with reduced in-hospital mortality among patients with COVID-19, regardless of CAD status. More comprehensive epidemiological and molecular studies are needed to establish the role of statins in COVID-19.
    MeSH term(s) Aged ; Anti-Inflammatory Agents/therapeutic use ; COVID-19/mortality ; COVID-19/therapy ; Comorbidity ; Dyslipidemias/drug therapy ; Dyslipidemias/epidemiology ; Female ; Hospital Mortality ; Hospitalization/statistics & numerical data ; Humans ; Hydroxymethylglutaryl-CoA Reductase Inhibitors/therapeutic use ; Male ; Mortality ; Outcome Assessment, Health Care ; Retrospective Studies ; Risk Factors ; SARS-CoV-2 ; United States/epidemiology
    Chemical Substances Anti-Inflammatory Agents ; Hydroxymethylglutaryl-CoA Reductase Inhibitors
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-03-02
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 82078-7
    ISSN 1538-2990 ; 0002-9629
    ISSN (online) 1538-2990
    ISSN 0002-9629
    DOI 10.1016/j.amjms.2021.03.001
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  6. Article ; Online: Clinical Characteristics, Respiratory Mechanics, and Outcomes in Critically Ill Individuals With COVID-19 Infection in an Underserved Urban Population.

    Chaudhary, Siddique / Benzaquen, Sadia / Woo, Jessica G / Rubinstein, Jack / Matta, Atul / Albano, Jeri / De Joy, Robert / Lo, Kevin Bryan / Patarroyo-Aponte, Gabriel

    Respiratory care

    2021  Volume 66, Issue 6, Page(s) 897–908

    Abstract: Background: The COVID-19 outbreak in the United States has disproportionately affected Black individuals, but little is known about the factors that underlie this observation. Herein, we describe these associations with mortality in a largely minority ... ...

    Abstract Background: The COVID-19 outbreak in the United States has disproportionately affected Black individuals, but little is known about the factors that underlie this observation. Herein, we describe these associations with mortality in a largely minority underserved population.
    Methods: This single-center retrospective observational study included all adult subjects with laboratory-confirmed SARS-Cov-2 treated in our ICU between March 15 and May 10, 2020.
    Results: 128 critically ill adult subjects were included in the study (median age 68 y [interquartile range 61-76], 45% female, and 64% Black); 124 (97%) required intubation. Eighty (63%) subjects died during their in-patient stay, which did not differ by race/ethnicity. Compared with other racial/ethnic groups, Blacks had a greater proportion of women (52% vs 30%,
    Conclusions: Black and other race/ethnicity subjects had similar mortality rates due to COVID-19 but differed in factors that were associated with increased risk of death. In both groups, subjects who died were older, had a positive fluid balance, and less improvement in [Formula: see text], PEEP, and [Formula: see text] requirement on ventilation.
    MeSH term(s) Adult ; Aged ; COVID-19 ; Critical Illness ; Female ; Humans ; Male ; Respiratory Mechanics ; Retrospective Studies ; SARS-CoV-2 ; United States/epidemiology ; Urban Population ; Vulnerable Populations
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-01-14
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Observational Study
    ZDB-ID 603252-7
    ISSN 1943-3654 ; 0098-9142 ; 0020-1324
    ISSN (online) 1943-3654
    ISSN 0098-9142 ; 0020-1324
    DOI 10.4187/respcare.08319
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  7. Article ; Online: Predictors of venous thromboembolism in patients with COVID-19 in an underserved urban population: A single tertiary center experience.

    Barnes, Drew H / Lo, Kevin Bryan / Bhargav, Ruchika / Gul, Fahad / DeJoy, Robert / Peterson, Eric / Salacup, Grace / Pelayo, Jerald / Albano, Jeri / Azmaiparashvili, Zurab / Rangaswami, Janani / Carpio, Andres Mora / Patarroyo-Aponte, Gabriel

    The clinical respiratory journal

    2021  Volume 15, Issue 8, Page(s) 885–891

    Abstract: Introduction: Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is reported in up to 27% of patients with COVID-19 due to SARS-CoV-2 infection. Dysregulated systemic inflammation and various patient traits are presumed to underlie this anomaly. Optimal VTE prophylaxis in ... ...

    Abstract Introduction: Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is reported in up to 27% of patients with COVID-19 due to SARS-CoV-2 infection. Dysregulated systemic inflammation and various patient traits are presumed to underlie this anomaly. Optimal VTE prophylaxis in COVID-19 patients has not been established due to a lack of validated models for predicting VTE in this population. Our study aims to address this deficiency by identifying demographic and clinical characteristics of COVID-19 patients associated with increased VTE risk.
    Methods: This study is a retrospective analysis of all adult patients (final sample, n = 355) hospitalized with confirmed COVID-19 at Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia between March 1 and April 24, 2020. Demographic and clinical patient data were collected and factors associated with VTE were identified and analyzed using t-tests, multivariable logistic regression, and receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curves.
    Results: Thirty patients (8.5%) developed VTE. Patients with VTE had significantly higher D-dimer levels on admission (P = 0.045) and peak D-dimer levels (P < 0.0001), in addition to higher rates of vasopressor requirements (P = 0.038), intubation (P = 0.003), and death (P = 0.023). Age (OR 1.042), obstructive sleep apnea (OR 5.107), and need for intubation (OR 3.796) were associated with significantly increased odds of VTE. Peak D-dimer level was a good predictor of VTE (AUC 0.806, P < 0.0001) and a D-dimer cutoff of >6640 ng/mL had high (>70%) sensitivity and specificity for VTE.
    Conclusion: Peak D-dimer level may be the most reliable clinical marker in COVID-19 patients for predicting VTE and future prospective studies should attempt to further validate this.
    MeSH term(s) Adult ; Biomarkers ; COVID-19 ; Fibrin Fibrinogen Degradation Products ; Humans ; Prospective Studies ; Retrospective Studies ; SARS-CoV-2 ; Urban Population ; Venous Thromboembolism/diagnosis ; Venous Thromboembolism/epidemiology
    Chemical Substances Biomarkers ; Fibrin Fibrinogen Degradation Products
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-04-28
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2442214-9
    ISSN 1752-699X ; 1752-6981
    ISSN (online) 1752-699X
    ISSN 1752-6981
    DOI 10.1111/crj.13377
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  8. Article ; Online: Off-label direct oral anticoagulants dosing in atrial fibrillation and venous thromboembolism is associated with higher mortality.

    Aguilar, Francisco / Lo, Kevin B / Quintero, Eduardo E / Torres, Ricardo J / Hung, Wikien A / Albano, Jeri C / Alviz, Isabella / Rodriguez, Carlos / Garcia, Mario J / Romero, Jorge / Slipczuk, Leandro

    Expert review of cardiovascular therapy

    2021  Volume 19, Issue 12, Page(s) 1119–1126

    Abstract: Background: Direct oral anticoagulants (DOAC) off-label use data is lacking. Our study aimed to assess the clinical outcomes in a racially mixed population treated for atrial fibrillation (AF) and venous thromboembolism (VTE).: Methods: We ... ...

    Abstract Background: Direct oral anticoagulants (DOAC) off-label use data is lacking. Our study aimed to assess the clinical outcomes in a racially mixed population treated for atrial fibrillation (AF) and venous thromboembolism (VTE).
    Methods: We retrospectively evaluated six months of DOAC prescriptions for AF or VTE treatment. Prescriptions were classified as off-label or appropriate following FDA labeling. The off-label group was sub-classified as under or overdosing.
    Results: Of the 1,087 DOAC prescriptions, 67% were for AF. African Americans and Caucasians were equally represented. There were 171 (16%) inappropriate prescriptions, with 106 (62%), being underdosed. The off-label group had a higher 30-day readmissions risk (OR = 1.69, 95% CI:1.11-2.54, p = 0.012) and 1-year all-cause mortality (OR = 1.90, 95% CI:1.02-3.37, p = 0.032). There was no difference in major bleeding (OR = 1.27, 95% CI:0.63-2.37, p = 0.480) or new thromboembolism (OR = 1.27, 95% CI:0.73-2.13, p = 0.369) between the groups. Underdosing carried a higher risk of new thromboembolism (OR = 3.15, 95% CI:1.09-9.15, p = 0.024).
    Conclusions: One in every six patients received off-label DOACs dosing. Off-label use had increased 30-day readmissions and 1-year all-cause mortality. Underdosing was associated with a higher risk of new thromboembolism.
    MeSH term(s) Administration, Oral ; Anticoagulants/adverse effects ; Atrial Fibrillation/complications ; Atrial Fibrillation/drug therapy ; Factor Xa Inhibitors/therapeutic use ; Humans ; Off-Label Use ; Retrospective Studies ; Stroke/drug therapy ; Venous Thromboembolism/drug therapy ; Venous Thromboembolism/epidemiology
    Chemical Substances Anticoagulants ; Factor Xa Inhibitors
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-12-22
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2192343-7
    ISSN 1744-8344 ; 1477-9072
    ISSN (online) 1744-8344
    ISSN 1477-9072
    DOI 10.1080/14779072.2021.2013816
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  9. Article: The use of IV vitamin C for patients with COVID-19: a case series

    Hiedra, Raul / Lo, Kevin Bryan / Elbashabsheh, Mohammad / Gul, Fahad / Wright, Robert Matthew / Albano, Jeri / Azmaiparashvili, Zurab / Patarroyo Aponte, Gabriel

    Expert Rev Anti Infect Ther

    Abstract: BACKGROUND: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has affected almost 2.5 million people worldwide with almost 170,000 deaths reported to date. So far, there is scarce evidence for the current treatment options available for COVID-19. Vitamin ... ...

    Abstract BACKGROUND: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has affected almost 2.5 million people worldwide with almost 170,000 deaths reported to date. So far, there is scarce evidence for the current treatment options available for COVID-19. Vitamin C has previously been used for treatment of severe sepsis and septic shock. We reviewed the feasibility of using vitamin C in the setting of COVID-19 in a series of patients. METHODS: We sequentially identified a series of patients who were requiring at least 30% of FiO2 or more who received IV vitamin C as part of the COVID-19 treatment and analyzed their demographic and clinical characteristics. We compared inflammatory markers pre and post treatment including D-dimer and ferritin. RESULTS: We identified a total of 17 patients who received IV vitamin C for COVID-19. The inpatient mortality rate in this series was 12% with 17.6% rates of intubation and mechanical ventilation. We noted a significant decrease in inflammatory markers, including ferritin and D-dimer, and a trend to decreasing FiO2 requirements, after vitamin C administration. CONCLUSION: The use of IV vitamin C in patients with moderate to severe COVID-19 disease may be feasible.
    Keywords covid19
    Publisher WHO
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    Note WHO #Covidence: #692086
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  10. Article: Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blockers and outcomes in patients with COVID-19: a systematic review and meta-analysis

    Lo, Kevin Bryan / Bhargav, Ruchika / Salacup, Grace / Pelayo, Jerald / Albano, Jeri / McCullough, Peter A / Rangaswami, Janani

    Expert Rev Cardiovasc Ther

    Abstract: BACKGROUND: The use of angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEI) and angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARB) in patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) given their interaction with the angiotensin-converting enzyme-2 (ACE-2) receptor ... ...

    Abstract BACKGROUND: The use of angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEI) and angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARB) in patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) given their interaction with the angiotensin-converting enzyme-2 (ACE-2) receptor remains controversial. . OBJECTIVE: To investigate the impact of ACEI/ARB on COVID-19 disease severity and mortality through a systematic review and meta-analysis. METHODS: We searched PubMed and CINAHL databases as well as pre-print servers for studies investigating usage of ACEIs/ARBs in patients with COVID-19 compared to a control group of COVID-19 patients without ACEI/ARB use. COVID-19 related severity of disease, and death were identified as end points. Pooled odds ratios (OR) and their 95% confidence intervals (CI) were calculated using random-effects model. RESULTS: 21 studies were included in the meta-analysis. For mortality with ACEI/ARB use, the pooled odds ratio was 1.29 [0.89-1.87] p = 0.18 with heterogeneity of 91%, while the pooled OR for COVID-19 severity was 0.94 [0.59-1.50] p = 0.81 with heterogeneity of 89% (Figure 2). In combining both mortality and severe disease outcomes, the pooled odds ratio was 1.09 [0.80-1.48] p = 0.58 but with heterogeneity of 92%. EXPERT OPINION: Even on pooled analysis of both un-adjusted data, adjusted data(studies with matched controls) and taking into account factors such as risk of bias of studies via meta regression and sensitivity analyses, the results hold true that ACEI/ARB use is not associated with COVID-19 disease severity or mortality. To look for any potential beneficial effects, randomized controlled trials are needed. CONCLUSION: use of ACEI/ARB was not associated with increased mortality or severe COVID-19.
    Keywords covid19
    Publisher WHO
    Document type Article
    Note WHO #Covidence: #780226
    Database COVID19

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