Author:
Kort N. P.,Barrena E. Gómez,Bédard M.,Donell S.,Epinette J.-A.,Gomberg B.,Hirschmann M. T.,Indelli P.,Khosravi Ismail,Karachalios T.,Liebensteiner M. C.,Stuyts B.,Tandogan R.,Violante B.,Zagra L.,Thaler M.
Abstract
Abstract
Purpose
The Covid-19 pandemic has disrupted health care systems all over the world. Elective surgical procedures have been postponed and/or cancelled. Consensus is, therefore, required related to the factors that need to be in place before elective surgery, including hip and knee replacement surgery, which is restarted. Entirely new pathways and protocols need to be worked out.
Methods
A panel of experts from the European Hip Society and European Knee Association have agreed to a consensus statement on how to reintroduce elective arthroplasty surgery safely. The recommendations are based on the best available evidence and have been validated in a separate survey.
Results
The guidelines are based on five themes: modification and/or reorganisation of hospital wards. Restrictions on orthopaedic wards and in operation suite(s). Additional disinfection of the environment. The role of ultra-clean operation theatres. Personal protective equipment enhancement.
Conclusion
Apart from the following national and local guidance, protocols need to be put in place in the patient pathway for primary arthroplasty to allow for a safe return.
Funder
University of East Anglia
Publisher
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Subject
Orthopedics and Sports Medicine,Surgery
Cited by
28 articles.
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