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Comment
. 2020 Aug;92(2):445-447.
doi: 10.1016/j.gie.2020.03.3855. Epub 2020 Apr 5.

Preventing the spread of COVID-19 in digestive endoscopy during the resuming period: meticulous execution of screening procedures

Jing Han  1 , Ying Wang  1 , Liguo Zhu  1 , Yi Cui  1 , Li Li  1 , Zhirong Zeng  1 , Shenghong Zhang  2
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Comment

Preventing the spread of COVID-19 in digestive endoscopy during the resuming period: meticulous execution of screening procedures

Jing Han et al. Gastrointest Endosc. 2020 Aug.
No abstract available

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Figure 1
Flow chart for diagnosis and treatment in endoscopy center during resuming period. Based on our clinical experience, the flow chart describes the medical procedure in our endoscopy center, including initial screening, endoscopic operation, medical precautions for medical workers, cleaning and disinfection after examination, and patient follow-up. For discharged COVID-19 patients, we perform endoscopy if necessary and issue relevant certification materials. Blood RT, Blood routine test; PCR, polymerase chain reaction; QR Code, quick responce code.
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