COVID-19 Guidance on the Resumption of Eye Surgery

Authors

  • Jacqueline H. King, MD, FPAO Makati Medical Center, Makati City Author
  • Jubaida M. Aquino, MD East Avenue Medical Center, Quezon City Author
  • Rachelle G. Anzures, MD Ospital ng Makati, Makati City Author
  • John Mark S. de Leon, MD East Avenue Medical Center, Quezon City Author
  • Maria Victoria A. Rondaris, MD University of Santo Tomas Hospital, Manila Author
  • Maria Donna D. Santiago, MD Makati Medical Center, Makati City Author
  • Cynthia V. Verzosa, MD Jose Reyes Memorial Medical Center, Manila Author

Keywords:

COVID-19, elective surgery, pre-operative testing, ophthalmic surgery

Abstract

This document offers guidance to help the ophthalmologist plan for the safe resumption of elective surgical care. There are 4 sections: (I) COVID-19 Awareness, (II) Preparedness, (III) Patient Issues, and (IV) Delivery of Safe and High-Quality Care. Each section contains key issues to be addressed before elective surgery may be safely reinstituted.

Understanding the capabilities of health facilities (e.g., testing, operating rooms) as well as the potential limitations in manpower and supplies will remain important, while keeping an eye out on subsequent waves of COVID-19.

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Published

2021-06-01

Issue

Vol. 46 No. 1

Section

Original Article

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