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and is published in the Journal of Radiology suggests that critically ill patients of coronavirus may experience a range of abnormalities that manifest in their eyes.
MSN reported that lead author Augustin Lecler, MD, Ph.D., stated in a press release the findings of their study with some patients with severe COVID-19 from the French COVID-19 cohort. It shows that there are one or several nodules of the posterior pole of the globe, and this is the first time that findings like these are described utilizing an MRI.
BGR noted that the study is a collaborative effort between the
French Society of Neuroradiology and the 129 patients who took part and experienced a severe COVID symptom. The majority of the participants spent their time in ICU and are given intubation.
February 22, 2021
× Researchers at the French Society of Neuroradiology (SFNR) have found significant abnormalities in the eyes of some people struggling with Covid-19 severity.
The brain MRI scans carried out by the researchers noted potentially severe ophthalmological manifestations of Covid-19. The researchers further supported the need for eye screening in these patients to provide appropriate treatment
Earlier studies have shown that some Covid-19 symptoms can be linked to eye infections such as conjunctivitis and retinopathy.
Findings
The findings of the study revealed that of the 129 patients, nine (7 per cent) had abnormal MRI findings of the eyeball. The MRI scans showed one or more nodules in the back part of the eyeball. Eight of the nine patients had spent time in the intensive care unit for Covid-19.
When it comes to COVID-19 symptoms, fever, fatigue and continuous cough may be some of the classic signs of the infection. However, the deadly virus is not devoid of other medical complications. Researchers have found eye abnormalities in patients suffering with severe COVID-19 condition, which may seem unusual but is highly prevalent, as per the study conducted by the set of medical professionals.