Covid 19 pandemic and gynaecological laparoscopic surgery: knowns and unknowns.
Rebecca Mallick, Funlayo Odejinmi, T. Justin Clark
Abstract
leakage and the creation of smoke from the use of energy devices. The aim of this paper is to review all the up to date evidence, including experiences from China and Italy, to guide the safe management of such patients when undergoing gynaecological procedures.
Topics & Concepts
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)MedicinePandemicSevere acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2)2019-20 coronavirus outbreakAsymptomaticTransmission (telecommunications)StaffingLaparoscopyGeneral surgeryLaparoscopic surgeryIntensive care medicineSurgeryMedical emergencyNursingVirologyInfectious disease (medical specialty)Internal medicineEngineeringElectrical engineeringOutbreakDiseaseCOVID-19 and healthcare impactsClimate Change and Health ImpactsAbdominal Surgery and Complications