Factors to be taken into consideration include the trend of COVID-19 infection in the locality, the capacity of the healthcare facility as well as the available resources especially PPE.[ 53 54 ] Before commencing electives, there should be a decreasing trend in the incidence of the disease over 14 days as well as a decrease in hospital COVID-19 admissions.[ 52 55 ] The hospital bed occupancy rate is also critical.
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