Evaluation of Ca++, Na+, Mg2+, K+ and P levels in the 2019 novel coronavirus patients with mucormycosis

Abstract

The new coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) caused by SARS-CoV-2 is a risk factor for universal public health difficulties. Some COVID-19 patients have an increased risk of fungal infections particularly mucormycosis diseases. Current laboratory examinations especially mineral elements are very important tests in terms of both detection and severity of COVID-19. The aim of the present study was to evaluate Ca++, Na+ , Mg2+, K+ and P levels in the COVID-19 patients with mucormycosis. This study was done during 2021- 2022. All hospitalized COVID-19 (PCR positive test) patients with mucormycosis participated in the present study. Data included gender, age, hospitalization and recovery. The tested laboratory parameters included Ca++, Na+ , Mg2+, K+ and P rate. Finally, SPSS software analyzed the data. The results revealed that there was a statistically significant difference between the two groups admitted to the ward and ICU in terms of K+ . There was also a significant difference between recovery and K+ level. There was no significant difference in Ca++, Na+ , Mg2+ and P in terms of gender, age, hospitalization and recovery. According to the findings, K+ level should be checked as a key element in the COVID-19 patients with mucormycosis.