The Risk of Postoperative Complications following Major Elective Surgery in Active or Resolved COVID-19 in the United States – Annals of Surgery Related: Guideline: SARS‐CoV‐2 infection, COVID‐19 and timing of elective surgery Study from 116 countries suggests surgery should be delayed for at least seven weeks following a COVID-19 diagnosis to reduce mortality risk ASA Guidance: Preoperative […]

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