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COVID-19 and the eye
1Tony and Leona Campane Center for Excellence for Image-Guided Surgery and Advanced Imaging Research, Department of Ophthalmology, Cole Eye Institute, Cleveland Clinic.
Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine
|December 9, 2020
Summary
Emerging evidence shows COVID-19 affects the eyes, impacting ocular health and transmission. This review covers COVID-19
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Infectious Diseases
- Public Health
Background:
- Growing body of evidence links COVID-19 to ocular manifestations.
- Understanding the ocular impact of COVID-19 is crucial for patient care and disease control.
Purpose of the Study:
- To synthesize recent findings on COVID-19's ophthalmologic context.
- To provide practitioners with essential information on prevalence, clinical features, and logistical challenges.
Main Methods:
- Review of current scientific literature and clinical data on COVID-19 and ophthalmology.
- Analysis of reported ocular symptoms, transmission routes, and clinical management strategies.
Main Results:
- COVID-19 presents with various ocular symptoms, including conjunctivitis.
- Ocular transmission of SARS-CoV-2 is a potential concern.
- The pandemic has significantly impacted ophthalmology clinic operations and patient management.
Conclusions:
- Ophthalmologists must be aware of COVID-19's ocular implications.
- Updated knowledge is vital for managing patients and preventing viral spread in eye care settings.
- Further research is needed to fully elucidate the long-term ocular effects of COVID-19.
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