Challenges of personal protective equipment use among ophthalmologists during the COVID-19 pandemic: A multicenter international study.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

To explore the possible challenges and difficulties of using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in ophthalmic practice during the Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic.

Methods

This is a multicenter, international survey among practicing ophthalmologists across different countries. The survey was conducted from September 9th to October 24th, 2020. It included a total of 23 questions that navigated through the currently adopted recommendations in different clinical situations. The survey also assessed the convenience of using various PPE in ophthalmic practice and addressed the clarity of the examination field while using various PPE during clinical or surgical procedures.

Results

One hundred and seventy-two ophthalmologists completed the survey (101 fr

SUBMITTER: Ashour DM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9111902 | biostudies-literature | 2022 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature