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[Changes from COVID-19. A perspective from internal pediatric medicine].
Pedro J Alcalá Minagorre1, Enrique Villalobos Pinto2, José Miguel Ramos Fernández3
1Unidad de Hospitalización Pediátrica, Hospital General Universitario de Alicante, Alicante, España.
The COVID-19 pandemic challenged pediatric hospital medicine, necessitating proactive strategies for readiness and operability. This review offers resources for pediatricians managing hospitalized children during epidemics.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Infectious Diseases
- Hospital Management
Background:
- The SARS-CoV-2 pandemic significantly impacted pediatric hospital medicine services.
- New challenges from COVID-19 demand proactive measures for pediatric hospital readiness.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the impact of the SARS-CoV-2 epidemic on pediatric care.
- To provide guidance for preparing pediatric units for future epidemics and managing co-existing viral infections.
Main Methods:
- Review of current scientific knowledge and best practices.
- Analysis of changes in hospital pediatric units due to the pandemic.
- Examination of pediatric involvement in adult care during the crisis.
Main Results:
- Pandemic necessitated adaptation in pediatric hospital services, including care for complex conditions.
- Highlighted the need for revised safety protocols, teaching strategies, and ethical considerations.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in pediatric hospitalization units.
Conclusions:
- Hospital internal pediatrics plays a crucial role in the evolving hospital model.
- Resources are provided for pediatric medicine practitioners to address future epidemic challenges.
- Proactive measures are essential for maintaining pediatric hospital services during health crises.
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