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Global experience of orthopaedic trauma surgeons facing COVID-19: a survey
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Lezak BA
; Cole PA Jr
; Schroder LK
; Cole PA
Int Orthop
2020[Aug]; 44
(8
): 1519-1529
PMID32535701
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BACKGROUND: The COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) pandemic has significantly affected all
aspects of healthcare, including orthopaedics. Due to the unique challenges
presented by COVID-19 as well as the distinct timeframes that it will surge in
different geographies, much can be learned from the experiences of orthopaedic
professionals in many global settings. The goal of this project is to
characterize the preparations, strategies, lessons, and personal experiences of
orthopaedic trauma surgeons and departments across the world in combating
COVID-19. In doing so, we will shed light on current practices and challenges,
which may help us manage the current pandemic in addition to preparing for future
global pandemics that may arise. METHODS: A 20-item questionnaire was sent out to
150 orthopaedic trauma surgeons representing 42 countries who were identified
based on professional relationships and/or prior involvement in international
meetings either led or participated by the senior author. RESULTS: The
questionnaire was completed by 63 orthopaedic trauma surgeons representing 28
countries and 14 US states. The results of this study show that orthopaedic
trauma departments across the world have been greatly impacted by COVID-19 with
91% of participating hospitals currently having a reduced case load compared with
pre-COVID-19 and only 17% of respondents currently performing elective
orthopaedic surgery. Furthermore, 30% of orthopaedic departments have deployed
orthopaedic personnel to non-orthopaedic floors in order to help mitigate the
increased patient load and 86% of respondents noted at least some shortage of
PPE. Lastly 73% of participating orthopedic departments including those in LMICs,
have incorporated telemedicine into their practice with a majority stating that
it would most likely become a permanent change to their practice post-COVID-19.
CONCLUSION: To our knowledge, this is the largest data set characterizing global
COVID-19 situations and responses of orthopaedic trauma practices around the
world. There is much to be learned from each of the participants' responses in
order to persevere during the current pandemic, as well as to prepare for future
pandemics as it relates specifically to orthopaedic trauma practices.