Table 2.

Key points for approaching surgeries

Screening of patients day before of surgery (NP Swab, Serological Test, CT Scan)

Definition of “Urgent”, and “Urgent, Somewhat Elective Surgery”

Favour day surgical cases (requiring ≤ 24 h of hospital stay), younger patients or ASA 1–2 older patients

If major surgery (I.E total joint replacement) is needed, strictly apply fast-track protocols

Avoid general anesthesia and all aerosol-generating procedures

Negative pressure rooms and strict sanification after each patient to be required