Which COVID-19 treatents are tested in the SOLIDARITY Study?
The SOLIDARITY study was initated and conducted by the WHO. It tests 1) the new antivirale drug Remdesivir, which was developed for the treatment against…
The SOLIDARITY study was initated and conducted by the WHO. It tests 1) the new antivirale drug Remdesivir, which was developed for the treatment against…
The cirulation of air in the rooms of Intensive Care Units (ICU) can be adjusted to either positive of negative pressure. Negative pressure means that…
It is possible to take the plasma of patient with laboratory-confirmed COVID-19 who tested negative for SARS-CoV-2 (immunity to SARS-CoV-2) and administer this “convalescent” plasma…
The use of intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) has been reported in several series of COVID-19 patients, but no efficacy data are available. In the absence of…
Since SARS-CoV-2 is a viral infection, it is not expected that antibiotics will be effective in COVID-19. However, if there are signs of bacterial superinfection…
In general, a conservative fluid regime is recommended in patients with SARS-CoV-2 pneumonia. Even though there is not much data on fluid therapy in patients…
Early prone positioning is generally recommended in these patients. If tolerated, this is also a good strategy for awake patients with non-invasive ventilation. Prone positioning…
In mechanically ventilated adults with COVID-19 and ARDS, it is recommend to use the following ventilator settings: Tidal volumes: target low tidal volume (Vt) ventilation…
It is recommended to initiate oxygen therapy when the SpO2 levels drop below 90-92% . Try to avoid nasal oxygen due to aerosol spread and…