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Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on interventional radiology services across the world
1Department of Radiology, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Paddington, London, W2 1NY, UK.
Aim:
To review data on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on interventional radiology (IR) services.
Materials And Methods:
A systematic review of the available studies was performed according to the PRISMA guidelines.
Results:
A total of 14 studies met the inclusion criteria. IR caseload reduced between 16.8-80%, with elective activity affected more than emergency work. Trainees also experienced a 11-51.9% reduction in case volumes and many were redeployed to critical care. IR departments re-organised operations and personnel, and many continued to offer 24/7 services and support critical care areas through redeployment of staff. The majority of studies report no significant issues with the availability of personal protective equipment and that local or national governing body or radiology society guidelines were followed.
Conclusion:
The COVID-19 pandemic reduced case volumes and training opportunities. IR departments showed flexibility in service delivery. The lessons learned offer novel insights into how services and training can be reorganised to ensure that IR continues to thrive.
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