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Review Papers | Anatomy and Histology | India | Volume 10 Issue 6, June 2021 | Popularity: 4.5 / 10
Embalming in COVID-Era
Bhumica Dang, Pradeep Bokariya, Jyoti Rohila, APS Batra
Abstract: COVID-19 is a severe illness predominantly respiratory caused by SARS-COV19. Being a HG-3 (Human Grade -3) pathogen; specific precautions are must if the cadaveric dissection has to be continued. Embalming procedure is unavoidable in instances when a dead body has to be transported for last rites. Cadaveric dissection is irreplaceable without degrading the standard quality of education. Also; virtual dissection arrangement is too expensive and requires maintenance. Guidelines are important to be followed while deciding the suitability of the cadaver and even during and post embalming procedure. Following a COVID -19 appropriate behavior is important while accepting the body for embalming.
Keywords: Embalming, COVID, precautions
Edition: Volume 10 Issue 6, June 2021
Pages: 1648 - 1650
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