The orthopaedic experience of COVID-19: A literature review.
J Perioper Pract
; 31(3): 102-107, 2021 03.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-1069531
ABSTRACT
This literature review aims to provide an account of the changes to orthopaedics in the era of COVID-19. Herein, the authors explored the use of telemedicine in orthopaedics as well as changes in surgical protocols, screening methods, work priorities and orthopaedic education. There was increased utilisation of telemedicine in orthopaedic training and outpatient cases as a means to provide continuity in education and care. The need to implement social distancing measures, coupled with the reduced availability of staff, has dictated that the practice of orthopaedics shifts to focus on acute care whilst redistributing resources to front-line specialities. This was facilitated by the cancellation of electives and the reduction of outpatient clinics. Thus, it is demonstrated that major changes have been implemented in many aspects of orthopaedic practice in order to address the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Keywords
Full text:
Available
Collection:
International databases
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Orthopedics
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Telemedicine
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Orthopedic Procedures
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COVID-19
Type of study:
Observational study
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Reviews
Limits:
Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
J Perioper Pract
Journal subject:
Nursing
Year:
2021
Document Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
1750458920971506
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