Caring for our cancer patients in the wake of COVID-19
Karim El-Shakankery, Joanna Kefas, Shanthini Mary Crusz
Abstract
In response to our current global pandemic, unprecedented healthcare changes may have significant consequences for cancer patients in the United Kingdom. We explore why cancer patients may be more susceptible to severe infection and complications, highlighting various interventions that may help to ensure continuity of care in this unique cohort.
Topics & Concepts
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)PandemicMedicineCancer2019-20 coronavirus outbreakPsychological interventionSevere acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2)CohortIntensive care medicineHealth careCohort studyPathologyInternal medicineDiseaseNursingPolitical scienceOutbreakInfectious disease (medical specialty)LawCOVID-19 and healthcare impactsCancer survivorship and careEffects of Radiation Exposure