Our Experiences with Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Procedures during Coronavirus Disease 2019 Pandemic.

ABSTRACT: The novel Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) has rapidly become a health threat worldwide and has been declared global pandemic by the World Health Organization. Possible transmission routes, including respiratory droplets, close contact, and aerosol propagation, have put plastic and reconstructive healthcare professionals at high risk, especially during surgical procedures. The aim of this study was to summarize and share our experience of infection control measures and corresponding outcomes during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Methods

Infection control measures, including workflow optimization, useful epidemiologic survey methods, and personal full protective clothing, were discussed. Characteristics and outcomes of emergency cases and elective cases under local and general anesthesia

SUBMITTER: Wang Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7572092 | biostudies-literature | 2020 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature