Dermatological Practice in Nepal during COVID-19 Crisis: Recommendations of National Panel of Experts
Nepal Journal of Dermatology, Venereology & Leprology
; 18(1):3-8, 2020.
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in English
| Nepal Journals Online | ID: covidwho-926868
ABSTRACT
Introduction:
Novel Coronavirus disease has caused a substantial halt to the ongoing world in every aspect. There are medical and social implications of the disease. Cutaneous manifestations have been reported to be a part of the disease as well. Dermatologists globally are in dilemma with the clinical practice because of the fear of acquiring the disease.Objectives:
This article aims to recommend best practice measures that can be followed in local scenario for re-opening up of dermatological services in the context of Nepal. Materials andMethods:
A preliminary draft for guidance on Dermatological services based on recommendations of American Academy of Dermatology, International league of Dermatological societies, National recommendations from Ministry of Health, Nepal was sent to a panel of national experts to determine the level of consensus in first week of April, 2020. A preliminary survey was sent to all the members of Society of Dermatologists, Venereologists, and leprologists of Nepal on first week of June and a second draft was subsequently formed which was sent again to experts and revised based on the opinions of national experts.Results:
A total of 19 experts participated in the preparation of draft and reached a national consensus after a series of revisions in preliminary draft.Conclusion:
Agreements regarding the opening of practice in dermatology discipline have been summarized. Recommendations have been made for opening of dermatological services – opening of outpatient department, performing dermatosurgical and cosmetic procedures as well as strategies on triage of patients and use of masks.
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Nepal Journals Online
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English
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Nepal Journal of Dermatology, Venereology & Leprology
Year:
2020
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Article
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