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Area of Science:

  • Pulmonary Medicine
  • Infectious Disease Epidemiology
  • Healthcare Management

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  • The COVID-19 pandemic significantly disrupted healthcare services globally.
  • Pulmonary function testing (PFT) laboratories faced closures and operational challenges.
  • Adapting PFT services for pediatric and adult patients became critical during the pandemic.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review and summarize international PFT laboratory management practices during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • To identify key strategies for patient safety and operational continuity in PFT settings.
  • To explore the role of telemedicine in PFT service delivery.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of PFT laboratory management practices across different countries.
  • Analysis of infection control measures, including personal protective equipment (PPE) and testing room requirements.
  • Evaluation of patient appointment systems and the integration of telemedicine.

Main Results:

  • Varied approaches to PFT laboratory reopening and operation were observed globally.
  • Implementation of enhanced infection control protocols, including stringent PPE use, was common.
  • Telemedicine adoption increased for certain aspects of PFT, though direct testing required careful management.

Conclusions:

  • PFT laboratories implemented diverse strategies to ensure patient and staff safety during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • The pandemic accelerated the adoption of innovative practices, such as telemedicine, in PFT services.
  • Continued adaptation of PFT laboratory management is essential for future public health challenges.