Impact of coronavirus (COVID-19) on otolaryngologic surgery: Brief commentary.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The Coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) pandemic is a global health crisis and otolaryngologists are at increased occupational risk of contracting COVID-19. There are currently no uniform best-practice recommendations for otolaryngologic surgery in the setting of COVID-19.

Methods

We reviewed relevant publications and position statements regarding the management of otolaryngology patients in the setting of COVID-19. Recommendations regarding clinical practice during the severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) and Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) outbreaks were also reviewed.

Results

Enhanced personal protective equipment (N95 respirator and face shield or powered air-purifying respirator, disposable cap and gown, gloves) is required for any otolaryn

SUBMITTER: Bann DV 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7262352 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature