Protective Modifications in Ophthalmology Practice during COVID-19 Pandemic: Challenges and Lessons Learned.
J Coll Physicians Surg Pak
; 30(1): S32-S34, 2021 Jan.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-1112946
ABSTRACT
Ophthalmology is a specialty which involves close contact with patients. Personal protective equipment (PPE) along with modifications in examination techniques and equipment are needed to avoid spread of coronavirus infectious disease (COVID-19) to health professionals. This communication aims to highlight and critically analyse the measures suggested to control this spread. We also highlighted our experience with protective gear modifications. As with any practice, triage is cornerstone. Use of disinfectants, good personal hygiene practices and PPE for patients and staff, must be adopted for safe ophthalmology practices. Key Words COVID-19, Ophthalmology, Personal protective equipment (PPE).
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International databases
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MEDLINE
Main subject:
Ophthalmology
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Infection Control
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Infectious Disease Transmission, Patient-to-Professional
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Eye Diseases
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Pandemics
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Personal Protective Equipment
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COVID-19
Type of study:
Observational study
Limits:
Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
J Coll Physicians Surg Pak
Journal subject:
Medicine
Year:
2021
Document Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
Jcpsp.2021.01.S32
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