Keywords
MRI examination
Infection control
Medical surgical mask with full plastic bridge of nose strip
Submitted : 2023-01-01
Accepted : 2023-01-16
Published : 2023-01-31
Abstract
Objective: To optimize the magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) detection process in view of the COVID-19 pandemic, standardize and strengthen the infection control and management MRI rooms. Methods: According to the Technical Guide for COVID-19 Prevention and Control in Medical Institutions (3rd Edition), with reference to the current COVID-19 infection control plan, there are three aspects involved in the planning of MRI examination: MRI room management, medical staff management and protection, and patient management, especially the use of full plastic nose strip medical masks. Infection prevention measures are formulated, scientific prevention and control are made, and accurate policies are implemented. Results: MRI examination was carried out according to the infection control and management of MRI room plan during the epidemic, so as to ensure the safety of examination, the safety of patients and the safety of medical staff and no cross infection in hospital. Conclusion: The implementation of proper infection prevention measures during MRI examination in light of COVID-19 ensures that patients wear medical surgical masks with full plastic nose strips throughout the process to avoid cross-infection, ensure the safety of doctors and patients, and maintain the health of the population.
References
National Health Commission, 2021, Technical Guide for Prevention and Control of Novel Coronavirus Infection in Medical Institutions (3rd Edition).
Shen X, Meng J, Wang Q, et al., 2020, Coronavirus Disease 2019: MRI Examination Procedures and Infection Prevention and Protection. Ann Transl Med, 8(17): 1074.
Rothe C, Schunk M, Sothmann P, et al., 2020, Transmission of 2019-nCoV infection from an Asymptomatic Contact in Germany. New Engl J Med, 382: 970–971. https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMc2001468
Ashari MA, Zainal IA, Zaki FM, 2020, Strategies for Radiology Departments in Handling the COVID-19 Pandemic. DiagnInterv Radiol, 26(4): 296–300.
Zhao L, Wu D, Xiong J, et al., 2020, Prevention and Control Management of Nosocomial Sensation by CT Examination of COVID-19 Patients. China Medical Equipment, 35(06): 40–43 + 58.
Zhong L, A Brief Discussion on Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Examination. Leisure, 2019(05): 287.
Tian M, Liu CC, Long L, et al., 2020, Management and Reconfiguration of a Radiology Department under the Threat of Coronavirus Disease 2019: Experience from Wuhan. Curr Med Sci, 40(4): 608–613.
Shi W, Shi W, Ji Z, et al., 2020, Prevention and Control Measures of PET/CT Inspection During COVID-19 Epidemic Situation. Chinese Medical Imaging Technology, 36(03): 471–473.
Yu J, Ding N, Chen H, et al. 2021, Loopholes in Current Infection Control and Prevention Practices Against COVID-19 in Radiology Department and Improvement Suggestions. Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal,72(2): 215–221.
Chen Q, Zu ZY, Jiang MD, et al., 2020, Infection Control and Management Strategy for COVID-19 in the Radiology Department: Focusing on Experiences from China. Korean J Radiol, 21(7): 851–858.
National Commission of Health, 2016, Code for Management of Environmental Surface Cleaning and Disinfection in Medical Institutions, WS/T 512-2016.
Franks TJ, Chong PY, Chui P, et al., 2003, Lung Pathology of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS): A Study of 8 Autopsy Cases from Singapore. Human Pathology, 34(8): 743–748
Magnetic Resonance Group, Imaging Technology Branch of Chinese Medical Association, 2020, Management Strategy of Infection Prevention and Control by MRI Inspection During COVID-19 Epidemic. Chinese Journal of Radiology, 54(05): 399 + 402.
Zhi N, Mo Q, Yang S, et al., 2021, Treatment of Pulmonary Fibrosis in One Convalescent Patient With Corona Virus Disease 2019 By Oral Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoction: A Case Report. Journal of Integrative Medicine, 19(2): 185–190.
Ministry of Health of the People’s Republic of China, 2009, Health Protection Management of Medical Radioactive Wastes, GBZ 133 Mel 2009.
Zhang X, Pan K, Cao G, et al., 2020, Infection Management Practice of Non-Isolated Computer Room in Radiology Department During COVID-19 Epidemic Period. Journal of Wenzhou Medical University, 50(03): 191–194.
Tian R, 2020, Analysis of Disinfection, Isolation and Protective Measures of CT Room in COVID-19 Outbreak Period. Wind of Science and Technology, 2020(17): 295–296.
Li S, Zong Z, Sun X, et al., 2020, New Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guideline Timely Supports Hospital Infection Control of Coronavirus Disease 2019. Precision Clinical Medicine, 3(1): 1–2. https://academic.oup.com/pcm/advance-article/doi/10.1093/pcmedi/pbaa008/5748339
Committee of Infectious Diseases Imaging Technology Experts of Chinese Medical Imaging Technology Branch, 2020, Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) Radiological Examination Program and Infection Prevention and Control Expert Consensus (1st Edition). Electronic Journal of Emerging Infectious Diseases, 5(1): 1–9.
Liao W, Li X, Yang Q, et al., 2021, Management and Prevention and Control Measures of CT Room During COVID-19 Epidemic Situation. Chinese Contemporary Medicine, 28(06): 171–173.
Zanardo M, Martini C, Monti CB, et al., 2020, Management of Patients with Suspected Or Confirmed COVID-19, in the Radiology Department. Radiography (Lond), 26(3): 264–268.
Kooraki S, Hosseiny M, Myers, L, et al., 2020, Coronavirus (COVID-19) Outbreak: What the Department of Radiology Should Know. J Am Coll Radiol, 17(4): 447–451.