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[Ocular manifestations of coronavirus infection COVID-19 (clinical observation)]

D Yu Maychuk1, S N Atlas2, A O Loshkareva1

  • 1S.N. Fyodorov National Medical Research Center «Eye Microsurgery», Moscow, Russia.

Vestnik Oftalmologii
|August 12, 2020
PubMed

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This study examines ocular manifestations of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), focusing on conjunctivitis. Researchers suggest a toxic and allergic nature, recommending antiviral and anti-allergic treatments for affected patients.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Virology

Background:

  • Novel coronavirus infection, COVID-19, has emerged globally, necessitating understanding of its diverse clinical presentations.
  • Ocular manifestations, such as conjunctivitis, can occur in patients with COVID-19, requiring specific management strategies.
  • Limited established ophthalmological guidelines exist for treating COVID-19-related ocular conditions.

Observation:

  • Two clinical cases of conjunctivitis in COVID-19 patients were analyzed.
  • Ocular surface manifestations were observed to have characteristics of both toxic and allergic responses.
  • Disease severity, both local and systemic, influenced the management approach.

Findings:

  • COVID-19-associated conjunctivitis appears to be primarily toxic and allergic in nature.
  • Effective management requires tailoring treatment based on the severity of ocular and systemic symptoms.
  • The study identified potential therapeutic strategies for managing these specific ocular conditions.

Implications:

  • Ophthalmologists should consider COVID-19 in the differential diagnosis of conjunctivitis, especially during outbreaks.
  • Treatment protocols may benefit from incorporating antiviral and anti-allergic components, similar to idiopathic conjunctivitis.
  • Further research is warranted to elucidate the precise mechanisms and optimize treatment for COVID-19 ocular sequelae.
Keywords:
COVID-19allergyantiviral therapyconjunctivitiscoronavirusinflammation

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