Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on CHD care and emotional wellbeing.

Melissa K CousinoSara K PasqualiJennifer C RomanoMark D NorrisSunkyung YuGarrett ReichleRay LowerySuzanne ViersKurt R Schumacher

Published in: Cardiology in the young (2020)

The early phase of the COVID-19 pandemic contributed to considerable disruptions in cardiac care for patients with paediatric and adult CHD. COVID-19-related fears are notable with potential to impact willingness to return to in-person care. Psychological stress is also very high necessitating intervention. Further study of the impact of delays in care on clinical outcomes is warranted.

Keyphrases

healthcare
palliative care
quality improvement
affordable care act
emergency department
intensive care unit
pain management
heat stress
risk assessment
physical activity