Atypical presentation of COVID-19 in older adults: a scoping review

Abstract

Review question / Objective: The review questions of this scoping are: 1) What are the atypical presentations of symptoms of COVID-19 and its prevalence in older adults (60 or more years) that have been reported? 2) What are the demographic and clinical characteristics of older adults (60 or more years) with atypical presentations of symptoms of COVID-19? 3) What are the clinical outcomes for older adults with atypical presentations (60 or more years) of covid-19? The objective of this scoping review is to identify and analyse the atypical presentation of symptoms of COVID-19 in older adults. Eligibility criteria: Participants: This scoping review will consider all studies that included persons with 60 years or over. Concept: This scoping review will include studies that focus on atypical presentations of Covid-19. Atypical presentation was defined as an absence of the typical symptoms of COVID-19 and the presence of unusual symptoms such as, but not limited to, delirium, fall, functional impairment, reduce oral intake, chest pain, etc. Context: This scoping review will consider all contexts, but not limited to, of hospital, long-term care, primary care, community services and home care.