Triaging algorithm for head & neck oncology follow-up patients in COVID-19 climate

Mark Singh, Ghaly Ghaly, Shadaab Mumtaz (Lead / Corresponding author), Ceri Hughes, Steve Thomas

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Abstract

The current climate is one of uncertainty and immeasurable tragedy for people afflicted by the pandemic of SARS-CoV-2 virus infection. As professionals, we have a duty of care towards all patients especially the vulnerable and those suffering with life-threatening illnesses such as oral cancer. We present a safe & objective triaging method for afflicted with this disease in the prevailing morbid situation.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)33-36
Number of pages4
JournalSurgeon
Volume19
Issue number1
Early online date11 Jun 2020
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Feb 2021

Keywords

  • Algorithm
  • Coronavirus
  • COVID-19
  • Oncology
  • Oral cancer
  • Recurrence
  • Risk assessment
  • Triaging

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Surgery

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