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A Review on 2019 Novel Coronavirus Pneumonia in Ophthalmology.
- Source :
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Ocular immunology and inflammation [Ocul Immunol Inflamm] 2020 Aug 17; Vol. 28 (6), pp. 909-915. Date of Electronic Publication: 2020 Jul 07. - Publication Year :
- 2020
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Abstract
- Purpose: To investigate the possibility of ocular involvement in the 2019-novel coronavirus infectious (2019-nCoV) and vital preventive measures in the field of ophthalmology.<br />Methods: All the studies that were most relevant to the 2019-nCoV ocular involvement and routes of transmission, especially in the field of ophthalmology, thoroughly reviewed.<br />Results: From the ocular perspective, conjunctivitis may be the first presenting symptom of 2019-nCoV, so, we as ophthalmologists are at the forefront of exposure with newly infected patients. Although transconjunctival aerosol is a suspected but, the main route of transmission is the known respiratory droplets which will be more significant due to close contact in the field of ophthalmology. This review advise a set of recommendation for preventive care to minimize cross-infection of 2019-nCoV.<br />Conclusions: Ophthalmologists have an essential role in guiding cross-infection control measures between patients and staff. Until a vaccine is created, public health strategies are likely the best weapons against this invisible enemy.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 1744-5078
- Volume :
- 28
- Issue :
- 6
- Database :
- MEDLINE
- Journal :
- Ocular immunology and inflammation
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 32634041
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1080/09273948.2020.1766084