Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Pediatric Emergency Medicine: A Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT: (1) Background and Objectives: The COVID-19 pandemic has considerably affected clinical systems, especially the emergency department (ED). A decreased number of pediatric patients and changes in disease patterns at the ED have been noted in recent research. This study investigates the real effect of the pandemic on the pediatric ED comprehensively by performing a systematic review of relevant published articles. (2) Materials and Methods: A systematic review was conducted based on a predesigned protocol. We searched PubMed and EMBASE databases for relevant articles published until 30 November 2021. Two independent reviewers extracted data by using a customized form, and any conflicts were resolved through discussion with another independent reviewer. The aggregated data were

SUBMITTER: Cheng CW 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9413323 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature