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Matthew Bickford1, Karolinne Rocha1
1Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, USA.
Purpose Of Review:
In this article, we review the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on refractive surgery.
Recent Findings:
COVID-19 infection frequently causes eye symptoms, most commonly conjunctivitis or mild irritation. While virus can be detected in tears of symptomatic patients, the risk of transmission via this route appears low.
Summary:
Refractive surgery consultations were significantly reduced during the pandemic; however, volume is rebounding quickly likely due to a number of lifestyle, health, and financial factors. Laser refractive and intraocular surgery likely confer a low risk of virus spread, especially in asymptomatic patients. Screening prior to the refractive consultation and surface disinfection in the clinic and operating room can help reduce transmission risk further.
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