Teleophthalmology: an essential tool in the era of the novel coronavirus 2019.
Curr Opin Ophthalmol
; 31(5): 366-373, 2020 Sep.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-659531
ABSTRACT
PURPOSE OF REVIEW The aim of this article is to assess the current state of teleophthalmology given the sudden surge in telemedicine demand in response to the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19). RECENT FINDINGS:
Recommendations and policies from government and national health organizations, combined with social distancing, have led to exponential increases in telemedicine use. Teleophthalmology can be integrated into ophthalmic care delivery. In the emergency room, teleophthalmology can be utilized to triage patients and diagnose common ophthalmic eye diseases. Ophthalmology practices can utilize real-time medicine to conduct many parts of an in-person exam. In cases where more complex diagnostic tools are warranted, a model incorporating telemedicine and focused in-person visits may still be beneficial. Innovative technologies emerging in the market allow for increased remote monitoring, screening, and management of adult and pediatric patients for common eye diseases.SUMMARY:
COVID-19 created a demand for healthcare delivery that limits in-person examination and potential viral exposure. Teleophthalmology allows ophthalmologists to continue caring for patients while keeping physicians and patients safe. Although challenges still exist, the pandemic has accelerated the adoption of teleophthalmology. As a result, teleophthalmology will play an integral role in providing high-quality efficient care in the near future.
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International databases
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Ophthalmology
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Pneumonia, Viral
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Telemedicine
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Coronavirus Infections
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Delivery of Health Care
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Betacoronavirus
Type of study:
Diagnostic study
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Observational study
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Prognostic study
Limits:
Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
Curr Opin Ophthalmol
Journal subject:
Ophthalmology
Year:
2020
Document Type:
Article
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