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Ophthalmologists with conjunctivitis: are they fit to work?

S K Webber1, D G Blair, A R Elkington

  • 1Southampton Eye Unit, Southampton General Hospital, UK.

Eye (London, England)
|March 4, 2000
PubMed
Summary

Ophthalmologists with conjunctivitis face varied opinions on work fitness, with no consensus on viral versus bacterial cases. Diagnostic lab techniques may aid decisions on returning to work.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Occupational Health

Background:

  • Conjunctivitis is a common eye infection that can affect healthcare professionals.
  • The potential for transmission of infectious agents in clinical settings is a significant concern.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine current practices and opinions among UK ophthalmologists regarding work fitness during conjunctivitis.
  • To assess the level of agreement on managing ophthalmologists with infectious conjunctivitis.

Main Methods:

  • A postal survey was distributed to 160 ophthalmology units across the United Kingdom.
  • The survey inquired about established work practices for ophthalmologists diagnosed with conjunctivitis.

Main Results:

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  • A response rate of 65.6% (105 out of 160 units) was achieved.
  • 29% of respondents recommended that an ophthalmologist with conjunctivitis should cease work, while 7% suggested continuing usual practice.
  • No consensus was found regarding whether viral or bacterial conjunctivitis presented a greater occupational risk.

Conclusions:

  • The study highlights a lack of consensus on clinical guidelines for ophthalmologists with conjunctivitis.
  • Authors suggest that advanced diagnostic laboratory methods could assist in determining fitness to work.