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Pediatric otolaryngology in the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic: what have we learned?

David R Lee1, Kavita Dedhia1,2

  • 1Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

Current Opinion in Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery
|October 28, 2021
PubMed

Insights

The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted pediatric otolaryngology, necessitating changes in surgical management, clinic workflows, and safety protocols. This review highlights adaptations in healthcare delivery and telehealth within the specialty.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Otolaryngology
  • Infectious Disease Control
  • Healthcare Management

Background:

  • The COVID-19 pandemic presented unprecedented challenges to healthcare systems globally.
  • Pediatric otolaryngology faced unique hurdles in maintaining patient care and safety.
  • Adaptation was crucial for the continuity of specialized pediatric ear, nose, and throat services.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the significant changes in pediatric otolaryngology practice due to COVID-19.
  • To discuss alterations in surgical operations management, clinic workflow, and procedural precautions.
  • To highlight the evolution of healthcare delivery in this surgical specialty during the pandemic.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies published over the past year.
  • Analysis of research focusing on safety improvements in pediatric otolaryngology.
  • Examination of guidelines and logistics for clinic and surgical operations, including telehealth.

Main Results:

  • Numerous studies have proposed enhanced safety measures for healthcare delivery in pediatric otolaryngology.
  • Significant improvements in clinic and surgical logistics have been identified.
  • Guidelines for the implementation of telehealth in this surgical specialty have been developed.

Conclusions:

  • Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has permanently reshaped healthcare practices, including pediatric otolaryngology.
  • Increased emphasis on provider safety and innovative communication methods have driven practice evolution.
  • The specialty has adapted to pandemic-related challenges, integrating new approaches into routine care.
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