DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.18203/2349-2902.isj20210955

Impact of COVID pandemic on colorectal cancer

Haitham A. Saimeh

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.

Keywords


COVID, Pandemic, Colorectal cancer, Impact of COVID

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