Clinical Course and Outcomes of Critically Ill Patients With Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus Infection

Since September 2012, 170 confirmed infections with Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV) have been reported to the World Health Organization, including 72 deaths. Data on critically ill patients with MERS-CoV infection are limited.To describe the critical illness associated with MERS-CoV.Case series.3 intensive care units (ICUs) at 2 tertiary care hospitals in Saudi Arabia.12 patients with confirmed or probable MERS-CoV...