| Id |
Subject |
Object |
Predicate |
Lexical cue |
| T352 |
0-197 |
Sentence |
denotes |
The global COVID-19 pandemic due to SARS-CoV-2 infection is associated with significant morbidity and mortality due to severe pneumonia, acute respiratory distress syndrome, and multiorgan failure. |
| T353 |
198-411 |
Sentence |
denotes |
Although fever, cough, and shortness of breath remain the most common presenting symptoms in affected individuals, emerging data suggest that nonpulmonary symptoms affecting the GI tract and liver may be observed. |
| T354 |
412-753 |
Sentence |
denotes |
Based on systematic review and meta-analysis of 47 studies and 10,890 unique patients, gastrointestinal symptoms (ie, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea) are observed in <10% of patients with COVID-19, and abnormal liver enzymes and tests (AST, ALT, and bilirubin) are observed in approximately 15%–20% of patients with COVID-19. |
| T355 |
754-969 |
Sentence |
denotes |
These findings inform time-sensitive clinical guidance in the context of this pandemic to pursue careful evaluation of patients with new-onset gastrointestinal symptoms for classic and atypical symptoms of COVID-19. |
| T356 |
970-1131 |
Sentence |
denotes |
All hospitalized patients with COVID-19 may benefit from liver enzyme monitoring, particularly in the context of drug treatment with known hepatotoxic potential. |
| T357 |
1132-1271 |
Sentence |
denotes |
Further research is needed to clarify the implications of SARS-CoV-2 in stool and potential impact on transmission and clinical management. |
