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Distinguishing L and H phenotypes of COVID-19 using a single x-ray image

2020-05-03 radiology and imaging Title + abstract only
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Recent observations have shown that there are two types of COVID-19 response: an H phenotype with high lung elastance and weight, and an L phenotype with low measures1. H-type patients have pneumonia-like thickening of the lungs and require ventilation to survive; L-type patients have clearer lungs that may be injured by mechanical assistance2,3. As treatment protocols differ between the two types, and the number of ventilators is limited, it is vital to classify patients appropriately. To date,...

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