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COVID-19: Update on Its Ocular Involvements, and Complications From Its Treatments and Vaccinations

Timothy P H Lin1, Chung-Nga Ko2, Ke Zheng3

  • 1Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

Asia-Pacific Journal of Ophthalmology (Philadelphia, Pa.)
|November 28, 2021
PubMed

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This review covers how coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) affects the eyes, including ocular complications and treatment side effects. It aims to guide ophthalmologists in managing eye conditions during the ongoing pandemic.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

Background:

  • The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by SARS-CoV-2, has significantly impacted global health.
  • Ophthalmologists face risks of SARS-CoV-2 exposure due to patient proximity.
  • SARS-CoV-2 exhibits ocular tropism, leading to eye complications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review ophthalmic manifestations of COVID-19.
  • To summarize the ocular effects of COVID-19 treatments and vaccines.
  • To provide guidance for ophthalmic care during the pandemic.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of recent studies on COVID-19 and ophthalmology.
  • Analysis of reported ocular complications and treatment effects.
  • Synthesis of information on SARS-CoV-2 ocular tropism.

Main Results:

  • Ophthalmologists are at high risk for SARS-CoV-2 infection.
  • COVID-19 can cause various ocular complications.
  • Therapeutic interventions and vaccinations may have adverse ocular effects.

Conclusions:

  • Ophthalmic care requires awareness of COVID-19's ocular manifestations and treatment impacts.
  • Further research is needed to fully understand long-term ocular consequences.
  • Effective patient management necessitates an integrated approach to eye health and COVID-19.

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