Presentation
Patient admitted for heart failure. Developed fever and dyspnea during hospitalization.
Patient Data
Age: Adult
Gender: Female
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AP chest x-ray documents the presence of consolidation at both lung bases as well as in the peripheral mid zones.
The heart is enlarged. Single-lead pacemaker and valvuloplasty noted.
Case Discussion
RT-PCR test was positive for COVID-19. This case documents how, despite the "lockdown" established by many countries, hospital infections can affect patients especially if they are elderly.
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