COVID-19 Testing Recommendations prior to Elective Ophthalmic Surgeries

COVID-19 Testing Recommendations prior to Elective Ophthalmic Surgeries

With the resumption of elective surgeries during this COVID-19 pandemic, surgeons and facilities should implement infection prevention and control measures to ensure the safety of patients and health care workers. This advisory highlights the key principles, risk stratification considerations, and r...

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Main Authors: Jacqueline H. King, MD, FPAO, Jubaida M. Aquino, MD, Rachelle G. Anzures, MD, John Mark S. de Leon, MD, Maria Victoria A. Rondaris, MD, Maria Donna D. Santiago, MD, Cynthia V. Verzosa, MD
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Philippine Academy of Ophthalmology 2021-06-01
Series:Philippine Journal of Ophthalmology
Subjects:
covid-19
elective surgery
pre-operative testing
ophthalmic surgery
Online Access:https://paojournal.com/index.php/pjo/article/view/77
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Summary:With the resumption of elective surgeries during this COVID-19 pandemic, surgeons and facilities should implement infection prevention and control measures to ensure the safety of patients and health care workers. This advisory highlights the key principles, risk stratification considerations, and recommended approach regarding Covid-19 testing prior to elective ophthalmic surgeries.
ISSN:0031-7659

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