The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on delayed care of cardiovascular diseases in Europe: a systematic review.
Yasmine KhanNick VerhaegheBrecht DevleesschauwerLisa CavillotSylvie GadeyneNele PauwelsLaura Van den BorreDelphine De SmedtPublished in: European heart journal. Quality of care & clinical outcomes (2023)
The pandemic led to reduced acute CVD hospital admissions and increased mortality rates. Delays in seeking medical help were observed, while urgent and elective cardiac procedures decreased. Adequate resource allocation, clear guidelines on how to handle care during health crises, reduced delays, and healthy lifestyle promotion should be implemented. The long-term impact of pandemics on delayed CVD care, and the health-economic impact of COVID-19 should be further evaluated.
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