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The Perils of Covid-19 for Otorhinolaryngologists: An Overview.

ABSTRACT: Covid-19 symptoms are commonly seen in Otorhinolaryngology clinics on a daily basis. This article provides a brief review of the current knowledge regarding SARS Cov-2 including disease transmission, clinical characteristics and occupational hazard. The article focuses on the adequate precautions needed for Otorhinolaryngologists. We, being involved in the frequent manipulation of the aero-digestive tract containing a high viral load carry the biggest threat of an occupational hazard. We should be aware of utmost importance of effective use of full or enhanced Personal Protective Equipment during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.

SUBMITTER: Shakrawal N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7381858 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature

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The Perils of Covid-19 for Otorhinolaryngologists: An Overview.

Shakrawal Neha N   Rajan Nikhil N  

Indian journal of otolaryngology and head and neck surgery : official publication of the Association of Otolaryngologists of India 20200725 1

Covid-19 symptoms are commonly seen in Otorhinolaryngology clinics on a daily basis. This article provides a brief review of the current knowledge regarding SARS Cov-2 including disease transmission, clinical characteristics and occupational hazard. The article focuses on the adequate precautions needed for Otorhinolaryngologists. We, being involved in the frequent manipulation of the aero-digestive tract containing a high viral load carry the biggest threat of an occupational hazard. We should  ...[more]

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