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Govender R, Gilbody N, Simson G, Haag R, Robertson C, Stuart E. Post-Radiotherapy Dysphagia in Head and Neck Cancer: Current Management by Speech-Language Pathologists. Curr Treat Options Oncol 2024; 25:703-718. [PMID: 38691257 PMCID: PMC11222272 DOI: 10.1007/s11864-024-01198-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/08/2024] [Indexed: 05/03/2024]
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OPINION STATEMENT Dysphagia, difficulty in eating and drinking, remains the most common side effect of radiotherapy treatment for head and neck cancer (HNC) with devastating consequences for function and quality of life (QOL). Over the past decade, 5-year survival has improved due to multiple factors including treatment advances, reduction in smoking, introduction of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine and more favourable prognosis of HPV-related cancers. Increased prevalence of HPV-positive disease, which tends to affect younger individuals, has led to an elevated number of people living for longer with the sequelae of cancer and its treatment. Symptoms are compounded by late effects of radiotherapy which may lead to worsening of dysphagia for some long-term survivors or new-onset dysphagia for others. Speech-language pathology (SLP) input remains core to the assessment and management of dysphagia following HNC treatment. In this article, we present current SLP management of dysphagia post-radiotherapy. We discuss conventional treatment approaches, the emergence of therapy adjuncts and current service delivery models. The impact of adherence on therapy outcomes is highlighted. Despite treatment advancements, patients continue to present with dysphagia which is resistant to existing intervention approaches. There is wide variation in treatment programmes, with a paucity of evidence to support optimal type, timing and intensity of treatment. We discuss the need for further research, including exploration of the impact of radiotherapy on the central nervous system (CNS), the link between sarcopenia and radiotherapy-induced dysphagia and the benefits of visual biofeedback in rehabilitation.
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- Roganie Govender
- Head & Neck Academic Centre& UCL Division of Surgery & Interventional ScienceGround Floor Central, University College London Hospital, 250 Euston Road, London, NW1 2PQ, UK.
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- North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust, London, UK
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- Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Sheffield, UK
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- Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust, Romford, UK
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Iyengar KP, Jain VK, Nallakumarasamy A, Jeyaraman M. Virtual Fracture Clinic Model in India: A Technological Innovation. Indian J Orthop 2023; 57:1-6. [PMID: 36660488 PMCID: PMC9789262 DOI: 10.1007/s43465-022-00763-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2022] [Accepted: 10/10/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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Background Virtual Fracture Clinics (VFCs) are an alternative to the conventional model of fracture and minor injuries care. It is a new, evolving service designed to speed up patient access to orthopaedic care introduced in the United Kingdom in 2011 and has been increasingly used in the management of certain musculoskeletal injuries. Methods This observational, pilot study evaluates the possibility of combining telemedicine technology and a virtual fracture clinical assessment pathway to remotely assess patients supported by radiology imaging in India. Results Piloting and developing a virtual fracture clinical assessment pathway model in India is faced with many challenges including regulations, internet, and data connectivity issues, and concerns of medico-legal implications. Conclusion Recent studies have reported Virtual Fracture Clinics (VFCs) to be able to provide a safe, cost-effective model of patient care in a subset of musculoskeletal injuries. Limitations and shortcomings of Virtual Fracture Clinics (VFCs) in India can be mitigated with effective communication, enhanced documentation, appropriate training, and information governance. This pathway is not a replacement for conventional 'face-to-face' evaluation but a credible option to complement the delivery of trauma and orthopaedic care in the future in India.
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Medical Sciences, Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital, New Delhi, 110001 India
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- Department of Orthopaedics, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhubaneswar, 751019 Odisha India
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Faculty of Medicine-Sri Lalithambigai Medical College and Hospital, Dr MGR Educational and Research Institute, Chennai, 600095 Tamil Nadu India
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Telemedicine in Surgical Care in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: A Scoping Review. World J Surg 2022; 46:1855-1869. [PMID: 35428920 PMCID: PMC9012517 DOI: 10.1007/s00268-022-06549-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/10/2022] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Background Access to timely and quality surgical care is limited in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Telemedicine, defined as the remote provision of health care using information, communication and telecommunication platforms have the potential to address some of the barriers to surgical care. However, synthesis of evidence on telemedicine use in surgical care in LMICs is lacking. Aim To describe the current state of evidence on the use and distribution of telemedicine for surgical care in LMICs. Methods This was a scoping review of published and relevant grey literature on telemedicine use for surgical care in LMICs, following the PRISMA extension for scoping reviews guideline. PubMed-Medline, Web of Science, Scopus and African Journals Online databases were searched using a comprehensive search strategy from 1 January 2010 to 28 February 2021. Results A total of 178 articles from 53 (38.7%) LMICs across 11 surgical specialties were included. The number of published articles increased from 2 in 2010 to 44 in 2020. The highest number of studies was from the World Health Organization Western Pacific region (n = 73; 41.0%) and of these, most were from China (n = 69; 94.5%). The most common telemedicine platforms used were telephone call (n = 71, 39.9%), video chat (n = 42, 23.6%) and WhatsApp/WeChat (n = 31, 17.4%). Telemedicine was mostly used for post-operative follow-up (n = 71, 39.9%), patient education (n = 32, 18.0%), provider training (n = 28, 15.7%) and provider-provider consultation (n = 16, 9.0%). Less than a third (n = 51, 29.1%) of the studies used a randomised controlled trial design, and only 23 (12.9%) reported effects on clinical outcomes. Conclusion Telemedicine use for surgical care is emerging in LMICs, especially for post-operative visits. Basic platforms such as telephone calls and 2-way texting were successfully used for post-operative follow-up and education. In addition, file sharing and video chatting options were added when a physical assessment was required. Telephone calls and 2-way texting platforms should be leveraged to reduce loss to follow-up of surgical patients in LMICs and their use for pre-operative visits should be further explored. Despite these telemedicine potentials, there remains an uneven adoption across several LMICs. Also, up to two-thirds of the studies were of low-to-moderate quality with only a few focusing on clinical effectiveness. There is a need to further adopt, develop, and validate telemedicine use for surgical care in LMICs, particularly its impact on clinical outcomes. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s00268-022-06549-2.
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Yang A, Kim D, Hwang PH, Lechner M. Telemedicine and Telementoring in Rhinology, Otology, and Laryngology: A Scoping Review. OTO Open 2022; 6:2473974X211072791. [PMID: 35274073 PMCID: PMC8902203 DOI: 10.1177/2473974x211072791] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2021] [Accepted: 12/16/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Objective Telemedicine and telementoring have had a significant boost across
all medical and surgical specialties over the last decade and
especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. The aim of this scoping
review is to synthesize the current use of telemedicine and
telementoring in otorhinolaryngology and head and neck
surgery. Data Sources PubMed and Cochrane Library. Review Methods A scoping review search was conducted, which identified 469
articles. Following full-text screening by 2 researchers, 173
articles were eligible for inclusion and further categorized via
relevant subdomains. Conclusions Virtual encounters and telementoring are the 2 main applications of
telemedicine in otolaryngology. These applications can be
classified into 7 subdomains. Different ear, nose, and throat
subspecialties utilized certain telemedicine applications more
than others; for example, almost all articles on patient
engagement tools are rhinology based. Overall, telemedicine is
feasible, showing similar concordance when compared with
traditional methods; it is also cost-effective, with high
patient and provider satisfaction. Implications for Practice Telemedicine in otorhinolaryngology has been widely employed during
the COVID-19 pandemic and has a huge potential, especially with
regard to its distributing quality care to rural areas. However,
it is important to note that with current exponential use, it is
equally crucial to ensure security and privacy and integrate
HIPAA-compliant systems (Health Insurance Portability and
Accountability Act) in the big data era. It is expected that
many more applications developed during the pandemic are here to
stay and will be refined in years to come.
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- Angela Yang
- Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, School of Medicine, Stanford University, Stanford, California, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, School of Medicine, Stanford University, Stanford, California, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, School of Medicine, Stanford University, Stanford, California, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, School of Medicine, Stanford University, Stanford, California, USA
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Ward EC, Raatz M, Marshall J, Wishart LR, Burns CL. Telepractice and Dysphagia Management: The Era of COVID-19 and Beyond. Dysphagia 2022; 37:1386-1399. [PMID: 35428923 PMCID: PMC9012247 DOI: 10.1007/s00455-022-10444-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/02/2021] [Accepted: 03/28/2022] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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The COVID-19 pandemic drove rapid and widespread uptake of telepractice across all aspects of healthcare. The delivery of dysphagia care was no exception, with telepractice recognized as a service modality that could support social distancing/infection control, overcome service delivery challenges created by lockdowns/service closures, and address consumer concerns about attending in-person appointments. Now, almost two years since most services first rapidly deployed telepractice, it is time to reflect on the big picture, and consider how telepractice will continue as a service option that is sustained and integrated into mainstream dysphagia care. It is also timely to consider the research agenda needed to support this goal. To this end, in this paper we present 4 discussion topics, which raise key considerations for the current and future use of telepractice within adult and pediatric dysphagia services. These are (1) Dysphagia services must meet consumer and service needs; (2) Aspects of dysphagia services can be safely and reliably provided via telepractice; (3) Telepractice can be used in flexible ways to support the delivery of dysphagia services; and (4) Providing quality dysphagia services via telepractice requires planned implementation and evaluation. Then directions for future research are discussed. These considerations are presented to help shift perspectives away from viewing telepractice as simply a COVID-19 "interim-care solution". Rather, we encourage clinicians, services, and researchers to embrace a future of "integrated care", where traditional dysphagia services are combined with telepractice models, to enhance the quality of care provided to our clients.
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- Elizabeth C. Ward
- Centre for Functioning and Health Research (CFAHR), Metro South Hospital and Health Service, PO Box 6053, Buranda, QLD 4102 Australia ,School of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD Australia
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- School of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD Australia ,Speech Pathology Department, Queensland Children’s Hospital, Brisbane, QLD Australia
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- School of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD Australia ,Speech Pathology Department, Queensland Children’s Hospital, Brisbane, QLD Australia
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- Centre for Functioning and Health Research (CFAHR), Metro South Hospital and Health Service, PO Box 6053, Buranda, QLD 4102 Australia ,School of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD Australia
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- School of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD Australia ,Speech Pathology Department, Royal Brisbane & Women’s Hospital, Metro North Hospital and Health Service, Brisbane, QLD Australia
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van Huizen LS, Dijkstra PU, van der Werf S, Ahaus K, Roodenburg JL. Benefits and drawbacks of videoconferencing for collaborating multidisciplinary teams in regional oncology networks: a scoping review. BMJ Open 2021; 11:e050139. [PMID: 34887273 PMCID: PMC8662582 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-050139] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2021] [Accepted: 11/12/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Various forms of videoconferenced collaborations exist in oncology care. In regional oncology networks, multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) are essential in coordinating care in their region. There is no recent overview of the benefits and drawbacks of videoconferenced collaborations in oncology care networks. This scoping review presents an overview of videoconferencing (VC) in oncology care and summarises its benefits and drawbacks regarding decision-making and care coordination. DESIGN We searched MEDLINE, Embase, CINAHL (nursing and allied health) and the Cochrane Library from inception to October 2020 for studies that included VC use in discussing treatment plans and coordinating care in oncology networks between teams at different sites. Two reviewers performed data extraction and thematic analyses. RESULTS Fifty studies were included. Six types of collaboration between teams using VC in oncology care were distinguished, ranging from MDTs collaborating with similar teams or with national or international experts to interactions between palliative care nurses and experts in that field. Patient benefits were less travel for diagnosis, better coordination of care, better access to scarce facilities and treatment in their own community. Benefits for healthcare professionals were optimised treatment plans through multidisciplinary discussion of complex cases, an ability to inform all healthcare professionals simultaneously, enhanced care coordination, less travel and continued medical education. VC added to the regular workload in preparing for discussions and increased administrative preparation. DISCUSSION Benefits and drawbacks for collaborating teams were tied to general VC use. VC enabled better use of staff time and reduced the time spent travelling. VC equipment costs and lack of reimbursement were implementation barriers. CONCLUSION VC is highly useful for various types of collaboration in oncology networks and improves decision-making over treatment plans and care coordination, with substantial benefits for patients and specialists. Drawbacks are additional time related to administrative preparation.
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- Lidia S van Huizen
- Quality and Safety, University Medical Centre Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University Medical Centre Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
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- Center for Rehabilitation, University of Groningen, University Medical Centre Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
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- Central Medical Library, University of Groningen, University Medical Centre Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
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- Erasmus School of Health Policy and Management, Department of Health Services Management and Organization, Erasmus University Rotterdam, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Groningen, University Medical Centre Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
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Gonzalez JN, Axiotakis LG, Yu VX, Gudis DA, Overdevest JB. Practice of Telehealth in Otolaryngology: A Scoping Review in the Era of COVID-19. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2021; 166:417-424. [PMID: 34003046 DOI: 10.1177/01945998211013751] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The COVID-19 pandemic has spurred widespread adoption and advancement in telehealth activities, representing a marked change in otolaryngology practice patterns. The present study undertakes a scoping review of research focused on telehealth in otolaryngology (teleotolaryngology) to identify key themes and commonly utilized outcome measures that will assist future development in this growing field. DATA SOURCES PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane databases and reference review. REVIEW METHODS Per guidelines of the PRISMA Extension for Scoping Reviews, we performed database queries using a comprehensive search strategy developed in collaboration with research librarians at the Columbia University Irving Medical Center. We identified 596 unique references to undergo title and abstract review by 2 independent reviewers, leaving 439 studies for full-text review. RESULTS We included 285 studies for extraction of notable findings, leaving 262 unique studies after accounting for content overlap. We identified core outcome measures, including patient and provider satisfaction, costs and benefits, quality of care, feasibility, and access to care. Publication volume increased markedly over time, though only 4% of studies incorporated randomized study group assignment. Using an iterative approach to thematic development, we organized article content across 5 main themes: (1) exploration of teleotolaryngology evolution, (2) role in virtual clinical encounters, (3) applications in interdisciplinary care and educational initiatives, (4) emerging and innovative technologies, and (5) barriers to implementation. CONCLUSION This scoping review of teleotolaryngology documents its evolution and identifies current use cases, limitations, and emerging applications, providing a foundation from which to build future studies, inform policy decision making, and facilitate implementation where appropriate.
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- Joseph N Gonzalez
- Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, Columbia University, New York, New York, USA
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- Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, Columbia University, New York, New York, USA
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- Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, Columbia University, New York, New York, USA.,Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, New York, New York, USA
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- Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, Columbia University, New York, New York, USA.,Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, New York, New York, USA
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- Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, Columbia University, New York, New York, USA.,Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, New York, New York, USA
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Sharma AP, Tyagi S, Chaudhary K, Singh SK. Teleconsultation for paraphimosis reduction in the geriatric population: Lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic. INDIAN JOURNAL OF UROLOGY : IJU : JOURNAL OF THE UROLOGICAL SOCIETY OF INDIA 2021; 37:82-83. [PMID: 33850361 PMCID: PMC8033228 DOI: 10.4103/iju.iju_405_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2020] [Revised: 08/20/2020] [Accepted: 10/04/2020] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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The health-care sector has been drastically overwhelmed in the wake of prevailing COVID-19 pandemic, hampering elective and emergency medical services alike. The geriatric population is especially affected in this regard as they are the ones who need access to health care services the most, and unfortunately, they are the ones with the highest risk of cross infection and mortality with SARS-COV-2. Lockdown and public restrictions have made the accessibility even harder. Telemedicine has emerged as a useful tool that avoids the risk of cross infection during the face-to-face consultation. Numerous guidelines have been made regarding the implementation of teleconsultations during this pandemic. Through this report, we describe the "beyond guidelines" emergency management of paraphimosis in an aged, bedridden male with comorbidities, through teleconsultation amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Morisada MV, Hwang J, Gill AS, Wilson MD, Strong EB, Steele TO. Telemedicine, Patient Satisfaction, and Chronic Rhinosinusitis Care in the Era of COVID-19. Am J Rhinol Allergy 2020; 35:494-499. [PMID: 33115249 DOI: 10.1177/1945892420970460] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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BACKGROUND Telemedicine has become increasingly popular in the care of rhinologic patients during the COVID-19 pandemic. This change in practice patterns may place patients at risk of a perceived lower-quality exchange with their healthcare provider, which may in turn impact satisfaction. OBJECTIVE This study compares patient satisfaction scores between in-person clinic visits and telemedicine video visits in patients with chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS). METHODS Sixty-nine patients with CRS presenting to an academic rhinology clinic between March to April 2020 were retrospectively divided into video visits (VV) and clinic visits (CV) groups based on mandated state quarantine orders on March 19. Patient demographics, disease severity measures, and Patient Satisfaction Questionnaire-18 (PSQ-18) scores were collected and analyzed. Chi square test and Fisher's exact test were performed. RESULTS There were no significant differences in age (p = 0.81), gender (p = 0.55), CRS phenotype (p = 0.16), and disease severity measures (Sinonasal Outcomes Test-22 (SNOT-22) (p = 0.92); Lund-Mackay score (p = 0.96)) between the video and clinic visit groups. There were no significant differences in PSQ-18 total scores (VV PSQ-18 mean score = 78.1, CV PSQ-18 mean score = 78.4; p = 0.67) or the following subdomain scores between the two groups: general satisfaction (p = 0.73), technical quality (p = 0.62), interpersonal manner (p = 0.41), communication (p = 0.31), financial aspects (p = 0.89), time spent with doctor (p = 0.88), and accessibility and convenience (p = 0.47). CONCLUSION Patient satisfaction with telemedicine in the COVID-19 pandemic parallels that of traditional in-person visits. Video visits can serve as a viable alternative to clinic visits, while still maintaining high satisfaction.
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- Megan V Morisada
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of California, Davis, Sacramento, California
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- School of Medicine, University of California, Davis, Sacramento, California
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of California, Davis, Sacramento, California
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- Department of Public Health Sciences/Biostatistics, Clinical and Translational Science Center, University of California, Davis, Sacramento, California
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of California, Davis, Sacramento, California
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of California, Davis, Sacramento, California.,VA Northern California Healthcare System, Sacramento, California
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Araújo BCL, Lima TRCDM, Gois-Santos VTD, Santos VS, Simões SDM, Martins-Filho PR. Speech therapy practice in hospital settings and COVID-19 pandemic. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2020; 66Suppl 2:10-12. [PMID: 32965347 DOI: 10.1590/1806-9282.66.s2.10] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2020] [Accepted: 07/11/2020] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
Affiliation(s)
- Brenda Carla Lima Araújo
- . Departamento de Fonoaudiologia, Universidade Federal de Sergipe, Aracaju, SE, Brasil.,. Laboratório de Patologia Investigativa, Universidade Federal de Sergipe, Aracaju, SE, Brasil
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- . Programa de Pós-Graduação Profissional em Gestão e Inovação Tecnológica em Saúde, Universidade Federal de Sergipe, Aracaju, SE, Brasil
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- . Laboratório de Patologia Investigativa, Universidade Federal de Sergipe, Aracaju, SE, Brasil.,. Programa de Pós-Graduação em Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal de Sergipe, Aracaju, SE, Brasil
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- . Centro de Epidemiologia e Saúde Pública, Universidade Federal de Alagoas, Arapiraca, SE, Brasil
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- . Programa de Pós-Graduação em Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal de Sergipe, Aracaju, SE, Brasil.,. Departamento de Medicina, Hospital Universitário/EBSERH, Universidade Federal de Sergipe, Aracaju, SE, Brasil
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- . Laboratório de Patologia Investigativa, Universidade Federal de Sergipe, Aracaju, SE, Brasil.,. Programa de Pós-Graduação em Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal de Sergipe, Aracaju, SE, Brasil
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Iyengar K, Jain VK, Vaishya R. Pitfalls in telemedicine consultations in the era of COVID 19 and how to avoid them. Diabetes Metab Syndr 2020; 14:797-799. [PMID: 32534432 PMCID: PMC7280804 DOI: 10.1016/j.dsx.2020.06.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 64] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2020] [Revised: 06/03/2020] [Accepted: 06/05/2020] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS With restrictions on face to face clinical consultations in the COVID-19 pandemic, Telemedicine has become an essential tool in providing continuity of care to patients. We explore the common pitfalls in remote consultations and strategies that can be adopted to avoid them. METHODS We have done a comprehensive review of the literature using suitable keywords on the search engines of PubMed, SCOPUS, Google Scholar and Research Gate in the first week of May 2020 including 'COVID-19', 'telemedicine' and 'remote consultations'. RESULTS Telemedicine has become an integral part to support patient's clinical care in the current COVID-19 pandemic now and will be in the future for both primary and secondary care. Common pitfalls can be identified and steps can be taken to prevent them. CONCLUSION Telemedicine it is going to play a key role in future of health medicine, however, telemedicine technology should be applied in appropriate settings and situations. Suitable training, enhanced documentations, communication and observing information governance guidelines will go a long way in avoiding pitfalls associated with remote consultations.
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Medical Sciences, Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital, New Delhi, 110001, India.
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, Sarita Vihar, Mathura Road, 110076, New Delhi, India.
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