Infection Control for CT Equipment and Radiographers' Personal Protection During the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Outbreak in China
Jieming Qu, Wenjie Yang, Yanzhao Yang, Le Qin, Fuhua Yan
Abstract
We describe modifications to the CT examination process, strict disinfection of examination rooms, arrangement of waiting areas, and efforts to increase radiographers' awareness of personal protection made at our institution during the COVID-19 outbreak. In addition, we discuss the potential of using artificial intelligence in imaging patients with contagious diseases.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineCoronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)OutbreakSevere acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2)2019-20 coronavirus outbreakBetacoronavirusCoronavirusVirologyPersonal protective equipmentInfection controlCoronavirus InfectionsChinaPandemicDisease controlDiseaseIntensive care medicineInfectious disease (medical specialty)PathologyLawPolitical scienceCOVID-19 and healthcare impactsInfection Control and VentilationDisaster Response and Management