[IMPULSE Study: Impact of COVID-19 in the present of ophthalmology focusing on ocular surface and future trends].

ABSTRACT:

Background and objective

Digital evolution represents an opportunity for ophthalmology to adapt to new care models. This study aimed to find out how the pandemic has modified the clinical practice and training activities of the ophthalmologist specialized in ocular surface, as well as to analyze emerging trends and needs.

Materials and methods

This study was carried out through an online survey. A committee of 3 specialists developed a questionnaire of 25 questions structured in: 1) Participant profile; 2) Impact of the pandemic on patient management and professional activities; 3) Trends and needs.

Results

Sixty-eight clinical ophthalmologists participated. There was a high degree of agreement (90%) that the pandemic has delayed ophthalmological follow-up visits and

SUBMITTER: Benitez Del Castillo JM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9870759 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature