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Perioperative considerations for COVID-19 patients: lessons learned from the pandemic -a case series

Jia Lin Jacklyn Yek1, Sheng Chuu Anne Kiew1, James Chi-Yong Ngu2

  • 1Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care, Changi General Hospital, Singapore.

Korean Journal of Anesthesiology
|May 21, 2020
PubMed

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This case study details the emergency surgical management of a suspected coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) patient, emphasizing infection control for healthcare workers and other patients.

Area of Science:

  • Medicine
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Surgical Management

Background:

  • Hospitals worldwide are adapting facilities for the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Existing infrastructure is often inadequate for infection control.
  • This report details the management of a suspected COVID-19 case.

Observation:

  • A 66-year-old male presented with infective symptoms and travel history.
  • The patient required emergency surgery due to septic condition.
  • Rapid sequence intubation and post-operative ventilation were performed.

Findings:

  • The patient underwent emergency surgery with strict infection control measures.
  • Supplemental oxygen, intubation, and continued ventilation were necessary.
  • Droplet, contact, and airborne infection precautions were implemented.

Implications:

  • Surgical management of COVID-19 patients requires specialized protocols.
  • Minimizing nosocomial transmission is critical for healthcare workers.
  • Adapting hospital facilities is essential during global pandemics.
Abstract

Keywords:
COVID-19CommunicationCoronavirusInfection controlPandemicsPerioperative carePerioperative periodPersonal protective equipment

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