Loss of Taste and Smell as Distinguishing Symptoms of Coronavirus Disease 2019.
cross_sectional · Level IV
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Abstract
In a household study, loss of taste and/or smell was the fourth most reported symptom (26/42 [62%]) among coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) case patients and had the highest positive predictive value (83% [95% confidence interval [CI], 55%-95%) among household contacts. Olfactory and taste dysfunctions should be considered for COVID-19 case identification and testing prioritization.
Medical subject headings
- Ageusia
- COVID-19
- Olfaction Disorders