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Overall Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Interventional Radiology Services: A Canadian Perspective.
Patel, Neeral R; El-Karim, Ghassan Awad; Mujoomdar, Amol; Mafeld, Sebastian; Jaberi, Arash; Kachura, John R; Tan, Kong Teng; Oreopoulos, George D.
  • Patel NR; Division of Interventional Radiology, 7989University Health Network, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
  • El-Karim GA; Division of Interventional Radiology, 7989University Health Network, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
  • Mujoomdar A; Division of Interventional Radiology, 10033London Health Sciences Centre, London, Ontario, Canada.
  • Mafeld S; Division of Interventional Radiology, 7989University Health Network, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
  • Jaberi A; Division of Interventional Radiology, 7989University Health Network, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
  • Kachura JR; Division of Interventional Radiology, 7989University Health Network, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
  • Tan KT; Division of Interventional Radiology, 7989University Health Network, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
  • Oreopoulos GD; Division of Interventional Radiology, 7989University Health Network, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Can Assoc Radiol J ; 72(3): 564-570, 2021 Aug.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-736313
ABSTRACT

PURPOSE:

The aim of this national survey was to assess the overall impact of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic on the provision of interventional radiology (IR) services in Canada.

METHODS:

An anonymous electronic survey was distributed via national and regional radiology societies, exploring (1) center information and staffing, (2) acute and on-call IR services, (3) elective IR services, (4) IR clinics, (5) multidisciplinary rounds, (6) IR training, (7) personal protection equipment (PPE), and departmental logistics.

RESULTS:

Individual responses were received from 142 interventional radiologists across Canada (estimated 70% response rate). Nearly half of the participants (49.3%) reported an overall decrease in demand for acute IR services; on-call services were maintained at centers that routinely provide these services (99%). The majority of respondents (73.2%) were performing inpatient IR procedures at the bedside where possible. Most participants (88%) reported an overall decrease in elective IR services. Interventional radiology clinics and multidisciplinary rounds were predominately transitioned to virtual platforms. The vast majority of participants (93.7%) reported their center had disseminated an IR specific PPE policy; 73% reported a decrease in case volume for trainees by at least 25% and a proportion of trainees will either have a delay in starting their careers as IR attendings (24%) or fellowship training (35%).

CONCLUSION:

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on IR services in Canada, particularly for elective cases. Many centers have utilized virtual platforms to provide multidisciplinary meetings, IR clinics, and training. Guidelines should be followed to ensure patient and staff safety while resuming IR services.
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Full text: Available Collection: International databases Database: MEDLINE Main subject: Radiography, Interventional / Radiology, Interventional / Delivery of Health Care / Academic Medical Centers / COVID-19 / Hospitals, Community Type of study: Experimental Studies / Observational study / Prognostic study / Randomized controlled trials Limits: Humans Country/Region as subject: North America Language: English Journal: Can Assoc Radiol J Journal subject: Radiology Year: 2021 Document Type: Article Affiliation country: 0846537120951960

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Full text: Available Collection: International databases Database: MEDLINE Main subject: Radiography, Interventional / Radiology, Interventional / Delivery of Health Care / Academic Medical Centers / COVID-19 / Hospitals, Community Type of study: Experimental Studies / Observational study / Prognostic study / Randomized controlled trials Limits: Humans Country/Region as subject: North America Language: English Journal: Can Assoc Radiol J Journal subject: Radiology Year: 2021 Document Type: Article Affiliation country: 0846537120951960