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Neuroendovascular Treatment of Acute Stroke During COVID-19: A Guide From the Frontlines
Mougnyan Cox1, Preethi Ramchand1, Melissa McCabe2
1Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA 19104.
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The COVID-19 pandemic created challenges for stroke care. This article details adaptations in neurointerventional workflows to manage acute stroke patients during the pandemic.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Infectious Diseases
- Public Health
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted global health systems.
- Hospitals face challenges in managing COVID-19 patients alongside other critical emergencies.
- Emerging evidence suggests COVID-19 increases the risk of thromboembolic events, including stroke.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the experience of caring for acute stroke patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- To provide insights into neurointerventional workflow modifications implemented to adapt to the pandemic era.
Main Methods:
- Review of clinical experience and workflow adjustments in a neurointerventional setting.
- Adaptation of protocols for stroke patient management in the context of COVID-19.
Main Results:
- Hospitals must balance COVID-19 patient care with essential services like stroke management.
- Neurointerventional workflows were modified to ensure the safety of patients and healthcare providers.
- The study highlights the need for adaptable healthcare strategies during pandemics.
Conclusions:
- Adapting neurointerventional workflows is crucial for maintaining stroke care during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Effective management of acute stroke patients requires innovative solutions in infectious disease outbreaks.
- Healthcare systems must remain resilient and responsive to evolving public health crises.
Abstract:
Since the initial reports surfaced of a novel coronavirus causing illness and loss of life in Wuhan, China, COVID-19 has rapidly spread across the globe, infecting millions and leaving hundreds and thousands dead. As hospitals cope with the influx of patients with COVID-19, new challenges have arisen as health-care systems care for patients with COVID-19 while still providing essential emergency care for patients with acute strokes and acute myocardial infarction. Adding to this complex scenario are new reports that patients with COVID-19 are at increased risk of thromboembolic complications including strokes. In this article, we detail our experience caring for acute stroke patients and provide some insight into neurointerventional workflow modifications that have helped us adapt to the COVID-19 era.
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