Optimization of resources and modifications in acute ischemic stroke care in response to the global COVID-19 pandemic.
J Stroke Cerebrovasc Dis
; 29(8): 104980, 2020 Aug.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-343178
ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
The COVID-19 pandemic has presented unprecedented challenges to healthcare organizations worldwide. A steadily rising number of patients requiring intensive care, a large proportion from racial and ethnic minorities, demands creative solutions to provide high-quality care while ensuring healthcare worker safety in the face of limited resources. Boston Medical Center has been particularly affected due to the underserved patient population we care for and the increased risk of ischemic stroke in patients with COVID-19 infection.METHODS:
We present protocol modifications developed to manage patients with acute ischemic stroke in a safe and effective manner while prioritizing judicious use of personal protective equipment and intensive care unit resources.CONCLUSION:
We feel this information will benefit other organizations facing similar obstacles in caring for the most vulnerable patient populations during this ongoing public health crisis.Keywords
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International databases
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MEDLINE
Main subject:
Pneumonia, Viral
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Radiography, Interventional
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Thrombolytic Therapy
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Brain Ischemia
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Coronavirus Infections
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Needs Assessment
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Stroke
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Endovascular Procedures
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Betacoronavirus
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Health Services Needs and Demand
Type of study:
Diagnostic study
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Observational study
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Prognostic study
Limits:
Humans
Country/Region as subject:
North America
Language:
English
Journal:
J Stroke Cerebrovasc Dis
Journal subject:
Vascular Diseases
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Brain
Year:
2020
Document Type:
Article
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