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Current status quo on COVID-19 including chest imaging.
Rishi Philip Mathew1, Merin Jose2, Vinayak Jayaram2
1Department of Radiology, Rajagiri Hospital, Kochi 683112, Kerala, India. dr_rishimathew@yahoo.com.
World Journal of Radiology
|January 29, 2021
Summary
Chest CT scans are crucial for diagnosing and managing COVID-19, despite ongoing debates and differing guidelines. This review examines current recommendations and safety protocols for imaging during the pandemic.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Infectious Diseases
- Public Health
Background:
- The rapid rise of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) necessitates evolving diagnostic strategies.
- Controversy persists regarding the utility of chest computed tomography (CT) in COVID-19 evaluation.
- Existing guidelines often contradict the wealth of literature supporting CT's role in COVID-19 management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the current understanding of COVID-19.
- To analyze consensus statements on diagnostic imaging for COVID-19.
- To highlight workplace precautions and disinfection procedures for infection control.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive literature review on COVID-19.
- Analysis of current international guidelines and recommendations for diagnostic imaging.
- Review of infection control and disinfection protocols in healthcare settings.
Main Results:
- Significant disagreement exists between institutional guidelines and published literature regarding chest CT for COVID-19.
- The majority of studies advocate for chest CT as a key tool in early diagnosis, management, and follow-up.
- Various global institutions have implemented specific precautions and disinfection measures to prevent disease transmission.
Conclusions:
- Chest CT plays a pivotal role in the diagnosis, management, and follow-up of COVID-19 patients.
- There is a need to reconcile differing recommendations on the use of CT imaging for COVID-19.
- Adherence to strict safety and disinfection protocols is essential in healthcare environments during the pandemic.
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