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Facing COVID-19 in Ophthalmology Department
Mario R. Romano
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Alessio Montericcio
2 ,
Clara Montalbano
2 ,
Raffaele Raimondi
2 ,
Davide Allegrini
1 ,
Gabriella Ricciardelli
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Martina Angi
3 ,
Luca Pagano
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Vito Romano
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April 23 2020
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Abstract
Purpose: To provide useful guidelines, targeted at ophthalmology professionals, to
minimize COVID-19 infection of both health-care workers and patients.Methods: In this
review we present updated literature merged with our experience from hospitals in
Bergamo, the epicenter of the COVID-19 European outbreak.Results: Non-pharmaceutical
interventions, hygienic recommendations and personal protective equipment to contain
viral spread as well as a suggested risk assessment for postponement of non-urgent
cases should be applied in ophthalmologist activity. A triage for ophthalmic outpatient
clinic is mandatory.Conclusion: Ophthalmology practice should be reorganized in order
to face COVID-19.