Reference:
Law, B. (2020). Priority List of COVID-19 Adverse Events of Special Interest: Quarterly Update December 2020. Safety Platform for Emergency Vaccines (SPEAC).
Summary:
The report provides a quarterly update on the Safety Platform for Emergency Vaccines (SPEAC) regarding Adverse Events of Special Interest (AESI) related to COVID-19. The December 2020 update includes three new AESIs: rhabdomyolysis, acute pancreatitis, and subacute thyroiditis, which were added to the existing list based on emerging evidence. The report consolidates findings from literature reviews conducted from January to November 2020, focusing on the clinical manifestations of COVID-19. It discusses the methodology used to update the list and highlights the need for Brighton case definitions for new entities. Notably, the necessity to monitor these events pre- and post-vaccine introduction is stressed, ensuring comprehensive safety assessments. Recommendations for the next quarterly update include limiting the focus to COVID-19 impacts on pregnancy and childhood, as well as long-term complications. Overall, the document serves as a crucial resource for understanding the evolving landscape of COVID-19 related adverse events.