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Endoscopia
versión On-line ISSN 2444-6483versión impresa ISSN 0188-9893
Resumen
SANDOVAL-MONTERO, Jorge et al. Amongst tests and masks: Perception about the restart of digestive endoscopy during COVID-19. Endoscopia [online]. 2020, vol.32, n.4, pp.111-119. Epub 11-Oct-2021. ISSN 2444-6483. https://doi.org/10.24875/end.20000048.
Introduction:
COVID-19 has paused elective procedures and delayed the diagnosis of multiple pathologies. Different proposals have been recommended for restarting elective procedures, including screening tests and a gradual restart.
Objective:
To know the perception of Latin American endoscopists regarding the restart of elective procedures, and how the availability of personal protection equipment (PPE) and prior testing may influence this perception.
Methods:
A web-based survey was developed by endoscopy experts, based in the development of endoscopy, availability of PPE and screening tests, which was distributed via e-mail, social media and direct contact by one author to several societies. Full response was obtained from 168 endoscopists during May 2020.
Results:
88% of surveyed endoscopists don’t screen for COVID-19 prior to endoscopy, however, 70% consider this appropriate. 80% affirm having PPE. 94% believe that endoscopic practice must be restarted as soon as possible.
Conclusions:
Latin American endoscopists with greater amount of PPE and prior testing for SARS-CoV-2 were more willing to restart elective procedures than those in limited scenarios.
Palabras llave : COVID-19; Endoscopy; Screening tests; Personal protection equipment (PPE).