Background: X-ray imaging is an important method for the diagnosis of the novel coronavirus pneumonia. However, there is a risk of nosocomial infection during X-ray imaging diagnosis.
Methods: By analyzing the workflow of radiological diagnosis and its possible infection factors, Jiangsu Province took the lead in issuing guidelines for the prevention and control of infection of the novel coronavirus pneumonia in radiological diagnosis.
Results: This guideline clarifies the basic requirements for infection management during radiological diagnosis, staff protection, personnel disinfection, site disinfection as well as client protection and disinfection requirements.