Abstract
The global COVID-19 pandemic poses an unprecedented stress on healthcare systems internationally. These Health system-wide demands call for efficient utilisation of resources at this time in a fair, consistent, ethical and efficient manner would improve our ability to treat patients. Excellent co-operation between hospital units (especially ICU, ED and cardiology) is critical in ensuring optimal patient outcomes. The purpose of this document is to provide practical guidelines for the effective use of interventional cardiology services in Australia and New Zealand. The document will be updated regularly as new evidence and knowledge is gained with time.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | e69-e77 |
Number of pages | 9 |
Journal | Heart Lung and Circulation |
Volume | 29 |
Issue number | 6 |
Early online date | 6 May 2020 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Jun 2020 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- acute coronary syndromes
- catheter laboratory
- COVID-19
- fibrinolysis
- interventional cardiology
- structural interventions