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Utilizing Telemedicine for Managing COVID-19.

Authors :
Badeli, Hamidreza
Nejad, Azita Tangestani
Hassanzadeh Rad, Afagh
Source :
Journal of Pediatric Nephrology. Spring2020, Vol. 8 Issue 2, p1-3. 3p.
Publication Year :
2020

Abstract

Telemedicine which is defined as the provision of healthcare services by a physician at a distance, is a method that provides it in many general and specialized field of medicine even in rural areas. COVID-19 is a singular disorder with an incompletely defined medical course, mainly for youngsters and susceptible populations. In 5% of COVID-19, severe diseases which needs intensive care unit has been reported. As it spreads rapidly and regarding it contagious feature even by healthcare facilities, new models of care are needed to decreases the probability of face-to-face contact between patients and caregivers. The integration of eHealth for patients with COVID- 19 is indicated as a global emergency to reduce virus transmission. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
23453176
Volume :
8
Issue :
2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Journal of Pediatric Nephrology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
144795626
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.22037/jpn.v8i2.30046