How to do a focus cardiac ultrasound to patients with COVID-19, an experience of cardiac sonographers
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echocardiography, focused study, COVID-19 infection, personal protective equipment.Abstract
In the context of the pandemic due to the new coronavirus COVID-19, the echocardiogram, due to its characteristics, versatility and cost effectiveness, is a basic tool for cardiovascular monitoring of critically ill patients. However, close contact with the patient that involves the performance of the echocardiogram may be associated with risk of infection. For this reason, several scientific societies have published prevention strategies to avoid coronavirus infection in healthcare personnel during the performance of these cardiac imaging tests. These recommendations highlight the use of the "focused study" as a strategy to limit the exposure time of health personnel and the use of specific personal protective equipment that provides adequate protection during the studies.
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