Impact of COVID pandemic on colorectal cancer
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.18203/2349-2902.isj20210955Keywords:
COVID, Pandemic, Colorectal cancer, Impact of COVIDAbstract
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.References
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