Biomedical and Biotechnology Research Journal (Jan 2020)

Mini-review on recent update on coronavirus disease 2019: Clinical outcome and largest pharmaceutical companies

  • Pooja Shivappa,
  • Ashfaque Hoosain,
  • Padma G.M. Rao

DOI
https://doi.org/10.4103/bbrj.bbrj_67_20
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 4, no. 5
pp. 25 – 32

Abstract

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The current worldwide outbreak of the novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19); the pathogen called SARS-CoV-2; previously 2019-n CoV), which originated from Wuhan in China and has now spread worldwide. This current review includes information regarding treatment and, clinical outcomes of COVID-19 patients with diabetes, liver injury, rheumatic diseases, respiratory issues, kidney problems, and breast malignant growth. The various international companies supporting the findings in the treatment/vaccine for COVID-19. There are currently no specific antiviral drugs, however, several antiviral drugs and repurposed drugs are under serious scrutiny. We encourage all readers to continue to assess clinical data as it emerges and shares their experience within our community in a well-controlled and, adequately powered fashion.

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