Tailored breast imaging during the first wave and preparedness for the second wave of COVID-19 pandemic

Shimpi, Trishna; Kulkarni, Supriya; Bukhanov, Karina; Fleming, Rachel; Scaranelo, Anabel M.; Ghai, Sandeep; Au, Frederick; Beresford, Meaghen; Dua, Hemi; Allison, Grant; Freitas, Vivianne

doi:10.1016/j.ejro.2020.100265

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“…The delay of treatment and surgical procedures was commonly reported by the participants, even to the point of having their disease metastasize because of delays in diagnostic scans and inability to acquire an appointment at a specialized care cancer center. One study discussed the importance of breast imaging at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, how their center coped with the pandemic, and how to prepare for future outbreaks [28]. Although breast imaging requires close contact with patients, having sufficient personal protective equipment on hand, triaging the testing of patients from necessary imaging due to suspected cancer to those with their annual imaging with nothing suspicious, and providing mental health resources was integral for their facility [28].…”

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“…One study discussed the importance of breast imaging at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, how their center coped with the pandemic, and how to prepare for future outbreaks [28]. Although breast imaging requires close contact with patients, having sufficient personal protective equipment on hand, triaging the testing of patients from necessary imaging due to suspected cancer to those with their annual imaging with nothing suspicious, and providing mental health resources was integral for their facility [28]. There are gaps in standards of care for cancer patients within cancer centers or oncological medical organizations.…”

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Challenges Experienced by U.S. Cancer Patients during COVID-19: Implications for Future Public Health Emergency Preparedness

Henderson¹,

Xin²

2022

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This study aims to examine the specific health challenges experienced by cancer patients and survivors during the COVID-19 crisis. It's a descriptive mixed-methods study with 317 participants recruited from multiple sources. Participants were asked to complete an online anonymous 35-question semi-structured questionnaire. Data was analyzed both quantitatively and qualitatively. During the COVID-19 pandemic, 56% of the participants felt their medical care was disrupted or delayed. About 85% believed healthcare providers were taking the necessary measures to address COVID-19, yet, 50% of the participants felt they had received adequate information from healthcare providers. Participants had 49% satisfaction with general healthcare provided through telehealth, while only 33% were satisfied with telehealth cancer care. Common themes of challenges confronted by cancer patients during COVID-19 also include, delays in testing and treatment leading to cancer metastasis; lack of family and general support in hospitals/office visits, and feelings of isolation as a result of the quarantine; limited access to mental healthcare services; limited communication with medical personnel. There is an urgent need for medical and oncological institutions to create streamlined protocols for cancer treatment, appointments, and communication to minimize the number of challenges endured by cancer patients during a health pandemic.

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Challenges Experienced by U.S. Cancer Patients during COVID-19: Implications for Future Public Health Emergency Preparedness

Henderson¹,

Xin²

2022

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The impact of COVID-19 in the management of breast radiology units: What we have learned since 2020? A systematic review

Rechichi,

Maino,

Ippolito

et al. 2024

Health Sciences Review

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Adaptations of Breast Imaging Centers to the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Survey of California and Texas

Chalfant

Cohen

Leung

et al. 2021

Journal of Breast Imaging

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Objectives To determine the early impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on breast imaging centers in California and Texas and compare regional differences. Methods An 11-item survey was emailed to American College of Radiology accredited breast imaging facilities in California and Texas in August 2020. A question subset addressed March-April government restrictions on elective services (“during the shutdown” and “after reopening”). Comparisons were made between states with chi-square and Fisher’s tests, and time frames with McNemar’s and paired t-tests. Results There were 54 respondents (54/240, 23%, 26 California, 28 Texas). Imaging volumes fell during the shutdown and remained below pre-pandemic levels after reopening, with reduction in screening greatest (ultrasound 12% of baseline, mammography 13%, MRI 23%), followed by diagnostic MRI (43%), procedures (44%), and diagnostics (45%). California reported higher volumes during the shutdown (procedures, MRI) and after reopening (diagnostics, procedures, MRI) versus Texas (P = 0.001 - 0.02). Most screened patients (52/54, 96% symptoms and 42/54, 78% temperatures), and 100% (53/53) modified check-in and check-out. Reading rooms or physician work were altered for social distancing (31/54, 57%). Physician mask (45/48, 94%), gown (15/48, 31%), eye wear (22/48, 46%), and face shield (22/48, 46%) use during procedures increased after reopening versus pre-pandemic (P < 0.001 - 0.03). Physician (47/54, 87%) and staff (45/53, 85%) financial impacts were common, but none reported terminations. Conclusion Breast imaging volumes during the early pandemic fell more severely in Texas than in California. Safety measures and financial impacts on physicians and staff were similar in both states.

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Tailored breast imaging during the first wave and preparedness for the second wave of COVID-19 pandemic

Cited by 4 publications

References 8 publications

Challenges Experienced by U.S. Cancer Patients during COVID-19: Implications for Future Public Health Emergency Preparedness

Challenges Experienced by U.S. Cancer Patients during COVID-19: Implications for Future Public Health Emergency Preparedness

The impact of COVID-19 in the management of breast radiology units: What we have learned since 2020? A systematic review

Adaptations of Breast Imaging Centers to the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Survey of California and Texas

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