Video • Coronavirus disease imaging

Radiology fighting Covid-19 - Live report from Italy

A special report by the European Society of Radiology (ESR) addresses the role of radiology in fighting COVID-19.

In an expert interview with Prof. Nicola Sverzellati from the University of Parma, Italy, he will share insights on the experience of patient and imaging management in Europe's currently most affected area. Together with ESR Second Vice-President Dr. Adrian Brady from Cork, Ireland, Prof. Sverzellati will discuss the challenges currently posed on his and all Italian radiology departments, explain the diagnostic flowchart his team has developed since the outbreak and provide current advice.

26.03.2020

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