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[Consensus Report from Turkish Society of Cardiology: COVID-19 and Cardiovascular Diseases. What cardiologists should
Meryem Aktoz1, Hakan Altay2, Emre Aslanger3
1Department of Cardiology,Trakya University Faculty of Medicine, Edirne.
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The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by SARS-CoV-2, disproportionately affects elderly patients with cardiovascular disease. This article offers practical management suggestions for cardiology specialists dealing with these patients.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Cardiology
- Public Health
Background:
- The emergence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) in Wuhan, China, led to a global pandemic.
- COVID-19 has demonstrated a high impact on elderly individuals, particularly those with pre-existing cardiovascular conditions.
- The rapid spread necessitates specialized knowledge for healthcare professionals, especially cardiologists.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess current information on managing cardiovascular patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- To provide practical guidance for cardiology specialists facing challenges in treating COVID-19 patients with heart conditions.
Main Methods:
- Review of current literature and clinical guidelines.
- Analysis of frequently encountered problems and questions by cardiology specialists.
- Synthesis of information for practical application in clinical settings.
Main Results:
- Elderly patients with cardiovascular disease represent a high-risk group for severe COVID-19 outcomes and mortality.
- Cardiology specialists play a crucial role in the multidisciplinary approach to managing these patients.
- Specific challenges include treatment adjustments, risk stratification, and preventative measures.
Conclusions:
- Cardiology specialists require updated knowledge and practical strategies to effectively manage cardiovascular patients affected by COVID-19.
- Proactive involvement of cardiologists is essential for mitigating the impact of the pandemic on this vulnerable population.
Abstract:
In December 2019, in the city of Wuhan, in the Hubei province of China, treatment-resistant cases of pneumonia emerged and spread rapidly for reasons unknown. A new strain of coronavirus (severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 [SARS-CoV-2]) was identified and caused the first pandemic of the 21st century. The virus was officially detected in our country on March 11, 2020, and the number of cases increased rapidly; the virus was isolated in 670 patients within 10 days. The rapid increase in the number of patients has required our physicians to learn to protect both the public and themselves when treating patients with this highly infectious disease. The group most affected by the outbreak and with the highest mortality rate is elderly patients with known cardiovascular disease. Therefore, it is necessary for cardiology specialists to take an active role in combating the epidemic. The aim of this article is to make a brief assessment of current information regarding the management of cardiovascular patients affected by COVID-19 and to provide practical suggestions to cardiology specialists about problems and questions they have frequently encountered.