Evaluating the Long-Term Effects of COVID-19 on Various Sensory Functions - Scorecard - MDSpire

Evaluating the Long-Term Effects of COVID-19 on Various Sensory Functions

  • By

  • Ahmad Odeh

  • Veronica L. Formanek

  • Christina Smith

  • Nidhi Jha

  • Junichi Tajino

  • Jessica H. Lewis

  • Lauren Gastineau

  • Shivani Patel

  • Songzhu Zhao

  • Lai Wei

  • Aaron C. Moberly

  • Daniel M. Merfeld

  • Christopher T. Simons

  • Megan J. Kobel

  • Kai Zhao

  • February 27, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Evaluating the Long-Term Effects of COVID-19 on Various Sensory Functions

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
Condition
Key MechanismsInvolvement of olfactory and auditory pathways, potential inflammation, and neural effects, including ACE2 receptor dynamics.
Target Population
Care Setting

Key Highlights

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Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

    Management

    • Implement a multidisciplinary approach for managing sensory dysfunction, including referrals to neurologists and otolaryngologists.

    Monitoring & Follow-up

      Risks

        Patient & Prescribing Data

        No specific pharmacological treatments established; management focuses on rehabilitation, supportive care, and monitoring for emerging therapies.

        Clinical Best Practices

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        References

        Original Source(s)

        Evaluating the Long-Term Effects of COVID-19 on Various Sensory Functions

        • by Ahmad Odeh, Veronica L. Formanek, Christina Smith, Nidhi Jha, Junichi Tajino, Jessica H. Lewis, Lauren Gastineau, Shivani Patel, Songzhu Zhao, Lai Wei, Aaron C. Moberly, Daniel M. Merfeld, Christopher T. Simons, Megan J. Kobel, Kai Zhao

        • February 27, 2026

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