Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Urologists in Germany.

ABSTRACT:

Background

In order to contain the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, Germany has implemented drastic restrictions on public or social life, while health institutions are invoked to postpone elective procedures. Although urologists are less involved in the direct treatment of COVID-19 patients, the current situation strongly affects the urological work routine.

Objective

To analyze the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on various aspects of work and personal life among urologists in Germany.

Design, setting, and participants

A total of 589 urologists in Germany participated in an online survey between March 27 and April 11, 2020.

Outcome measurements and statistical analysis

Participants were stratified into subgroups according to professional characte

SUBMITTER: Paffenholz P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7834409 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature