Impact of COVID pandemic on colorectal cancer

Authors

  • Haitham A. Saimeh Department of Surgery, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centere, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18203/2349-2902.isj20210955

Keywords:

COVID, Pandemic, Colorectal cancer, Impact of COVID

Abstract

It is highly recommended to set a clear methodology of how physicians should follow up with colorectal cancer patients during the pandemic restrictions. Patients could be followed remotely, for their health condition to be stably monitored.

Author Biography

Haitham A. Saimeh, Department of Surgery, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centere, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Colorectal and General Surgery 

Consultant 

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Published

2021-02-25

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Letter to the Editor