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. 2020 May 26;36(10):1801–1810. doi: 10.1007/s10554-020-01892-8

Table 2.

Categories and use of PPE for cardiac imaging procedures in COVID-19 positive patients

Use of PPE Health care professionals Patient
COVID-19 confirmed or suspected (unkown) Patient contact No direct patient contact
CCTA/CMR Full set of PPE including FFP2 mask, gloves, gown, goggles and/or face shield FFP2, (gown) Mouth nose protection
Emergency with the need of intubation Evacuate room with the exception of the emergency team Do not enter scanner room N/A
COVID-19 negative inhouse Patient contact No direct patient contact
CCTA/CMR FFP2 mask, gloves, glown FFP2 or Mouth nose protection Mouth nose protection