We assessed the distribution of SARS-CoV-2 at autopsy in 22 deceased persons with confirmed COVID-19. SARS-CoV-2 was found by PCR (2/22, 9.1%) and by culture (1/22, 4.5%) in skull sawdust, suggesting that live virus is present in tissues postmortem, including bone. Occupational exposure risk is low with appropriate personal protective equipment.
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【저자키워드】 COVID-19, viruses, respiratory infections, zoonoses, SARS-CoV-2, RT-PCR, Autopsy, occupational exposure, viral culture, Finland, Tissue distribution, skull, respiratory aerosols and droplets,
【저자키워드】 COVID-19, viruses, respiratory infections, zoonoses, SARS-CoV-2, RT-PCR, Autopsy, occupational exposure, viral culture, Finland, Tissue distribution, skull, respiratory aerosols and droplets,