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ArticleWorld journal of clinical cases2023

Prolonged impacts of COVID-19-associated cystitis: A study on long-term consequences.

Sophie Wittenberg, Jack Vercnocke, Michael Chancellor, Sorabh Dhar, Aron Liaw, Steven Lucas, Nivedita Dhar

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Article in World journal of clinical cases, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 3 papers.

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Sophie WittenbergDepartment of Urology, Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, MI 48201, United States.
Jack VercnockeDepartment of Urology, Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, MI 48201, United States.
Michael ChancellorDepartment of Urology, Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, MI 48067, United States.
Sorabh DharInfectious Disease, Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, MI 48201, United States.
Aron LiawDepartment of Urology, Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, MI 48201, United States.
Steven LucasDepartment of Urology, Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, MI 48201, United States.
Nivedita DharDepartment of Urology, John D. Dingell VA Medical Center, Detroit, MI 48201, United States.
Wayne State University · USBeaumont Hospital · USDetroit Medical Center · US

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundThe Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 virus is an international health concern with substantial morbidity and mortality. COVID-associated cystitis (CAC), presents as new onset or exacerbated urinary symptoms, resembling overactive bladder (OAB) symptoms.

aimTo examines the long-term outcomes of patients with CAC in the context of Long COVID.

methodsA cohort of 350 patients admitted to Detroit Hospitals with COVID-19 between May and December 2020, displaying CAC symptoms following discharge, was prospectively followed. Initial urologic evaluations occurred at 10-14 wk and were repeated at 21-28 mo post-discharge. Symptoms were managed conservatively, employing behavioral modifications and standard OAB medications. Participants completed surveys assessing urinary symptoms and quality of life (QoL) at both time points. The primary outcome was the Urology Care Foundation Overactive Bladder Assessment Tool.

results87% of the final cohort (

conclusionThis study presents the first long-term follow-up of adult patients with CAC, revealing a promising prognosis with conservative management measures in the context of Long COVID. These findings provide reassurance to patients regarding symptom resolution and underscore the need for further research into this evolving aspect of COVID-19's impact on urological health.

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COVID-19COVID associated cystitisLong COVIDOveractive bladder

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