The Effect of COVID-19 on Hospitalized Cancer Patients and Their Healthcare
Jahnvi Garg
Datta Meghe Medical College, Shalinitai Meghe Hospital Mand Research Centre, Nagpur, India.
Ranjit S. Ambad *
Department of Biochemistry Datta Meghe Medical College, Shalinitai Meghe Hospital Mand Research Centre, Nagpur, India.
Nandkishor Bankar
Department of Microbiology Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences Sawangi (Meghe), Wardha, India.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
Introduction: This article includes the effect of Corona virus disease on cancer patients and their healthcare facilities. The global pandemic mentioned around the world has impacted the most vulnerable group of patients- cancer. With the assistance of RT PCR tests and HRCT, oncologists and doctors have tried to provide treatment to Covid-19 patients. Cancer patients are more susceptible to Covid-19 than non-cancer or non-survivor patients, according to reports. To avoid the prevalence and infection of cancer victims, WHO has suggested staying at home and continuing their treatment through telemedicine unless the situation is critical for which they might require therapy and/or surgery. Covid-19 is here to stay so we should practice with utmost care and precaution.
Keywords: Cancer, COVID-19, telemedicine, infection, radiotherapy, chemotherapy