Chest Computed Tomography for Detection of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19): Don't Rush the Science
Michael D. Hope, Constantine A. Raptis, Travis S. Henry
Abstract
This commentary discusses the findings of early studies that addressed the use of chest computed tomography for the detection of COVID-19. The authors urge caution in rushing science and overinterpreting preliminary or flawed data.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineCoronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)Computed tomographySevere acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2)2019-20 coronavirus outbreakCoronavirus InfectionsCoronavirusMiddle East respiratory syndromeIntensive care medicineRadiologyDiseaseVirologyInternal medicineInfectious disease (medical specialty)OutbreakCOVID-19 diagnosis using AIUltrasound in Clinical ApplicationsAdvanced X-ray and CT Imaging