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Cardiovascular Health Care Implications of the COVID-19 pandemic

Zahra Raisi-Estabragh1, Mamas A Mamas2

  • 1William Harvey Research Institute, NIHR Barts Biomedical Research Centre, Queen Mary University, London EC1M 6BQ, United Kingdom; Barts Heart Centre, St Bartholomew's Hospital, Barts Health NHS Trust, West Smithfield, London EC1A 7BE, United Kingdom.

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The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted cardiovascular care, leading to increased deaths and highlighting health inequalities. This review examines these impacts and long-term consequences for cardiovascular health.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Public Health
  • Health Services Research

Background:

  • The COVID-19 pandemic significantly strained global healthcare systems.
  • Disruptions impacted various aspects of cardiovascular care delivery.
  • Existing health inequalities were exacerbated by the pandemic.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the multifaceted implications of the COVID-19 pandemic on cardiovascular health care.
  • To analyze excess cardiovascular mortality and changes in acute and elective care.
  • To explore long-term public health consequences and health disparities in cardiovascular care.

Main Methods:

  • This study employed a narrative review methodology.
  • It synthesized existing literature and data on the pandemic's effects on cardiovascular services.
  • The review considered impacts across primary and secondary care settings.

Main Results:

  • The pandemic led to excess cardiovascular mortality and significant disruptions in cardiovascular care.
  • Both acute and elective cardiovascular services experienced substantial challenges.
  • The review identified and discussed key factors contributing to health care inequalities.

Conclusions:

  • The COVID-19 pandemic has profound and lasting effects on cardiovascular health care systems.
  • Addressing health inequalities is crucial for mitigating future cardiovascular health crises.
  • Strategic planning is needed to ensure resilient cardiovascular care delivery.

Keywords:
COVID-19Cardiovascular diseaseHealth care provisionHealth inequalitiesPopulation health

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