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Editorial
. 2020 May 16;1(3):165-166.
doi: 10.1016/j.hroo.2020.05.004. eCollection 2020 Aug.

Electrophysiology and COVID-19: An era of new potential

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Editorial

Electrophysiology and COVID-19: An era of new potential

Marye J Gleva. Heart Rhythm O2. .
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Example of an approach for personnel and facility management for electrophysiology (EP) procedures in patients who have confirmed or suspected COVID19. PPE = personal protective equipment; PUI = patient under investigation.

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