Ocular transmissibility of COVID-19: possibilities and perspectives

Davis, Gavin; Li, Kin; Thankam, Finosh G.; Agrawal, Devendra K.

doi:10.1007/s11010-021-04336-6

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“…The LogMAR score was converted from Log 10 ((Snellen denominator/Snellen numerator) – (0.02 × number of optotypes read). Since the eyes are a possible mode of transmission 21 , 22 and universal recommendations on safety systems for clinical optometrists and clinical ophthalmologists are lacking, 23 all participants had to report negative rapid antigen tests 12 hours before visiting the clinic, and wear facemasks for the entire time. The examiners wore face masks and face shields for all cases.…”

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Outbreak of COVID-19-Related Myopia Progression in Adults: A Preliminary Study

Kohmarn¹,

Srisurattanamethakul²,

Watcharapalakorn³

et al. 2022

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Purpose The COVID-19 pandemic has necessitated specific public health measures, resulting in the alteration of lifestyles, such as increased digital screen time and fewer outdoor activities. Such conditions have increased the progression of myopia in children. However, no investigation of myopia progression in early adulthood has been conducted during this period. Consequently, this study aimed to evaluate the outbreak of COVID-19-related myopia progression among adults at an optometry clinic during the COVID-19 pandemic. Materials and Methods This was a retrospective cohort study in which participants aged 18–25 years who first visited (baseline) the optometry clinic between June 2019 and March 2020 were recruited for follow-up from November 2021 to March 2022. Spherical equivalent refraction (SER), uncorrected distance visual acuity (UCDVA), and binocular cross cylinder (BCC) were recorded at baseline and a follow-up visit. Using questionnaires, a survey was conducted to assess the lifestyle changes that transpired during the COVID-19 pandemic. Results In total, 37 participants with a mean age of 22.5±1.4 years were enrolled, of which 89.2% were female. Following the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, most participants self-reported increased daily use of digital devices (89.2%), online education (86.5%), and spending more time at home (94.6%), which increased by approximately 7.6±3.2 hours, 5.9±1.7 hours, and 13.2±7.5 hours, respectively. There were statistically significant differences between SER and BCC at baseline and after approximately 2 years of the COVID-19 pandemic ( p < 0.05). The mean two-year myopia progression was −0.59±0.67 D (Maximum = 0.00 D, Minimum = −3.38 D). Conclusion This study revealed that myopia could progress during adulthood among those who have lived under public health measures intended to address the COVID-19 pandemic.

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confidence: 99%

Outbreak of COVID-19-Related Myopia Progression in Adults: A Preliminary Study

Kohmarn¹,

Srisurattanamethakul²,

Watcharapalakorn³

et al. 2022

OPTO

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“…With the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, many aspects of the SARS-CoV-2 were unknown, including its virulence and transmissibility. Research on COVID-19 is fast progressing, and multiple hypotheses about various pathways of transmissibility have been proposed [ 6 ]. Whether the eyes are a potential transmission source remains obscure, but the evidence so far supports that ocular transmission is possible [ 6 ].…”

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“…Research on COVID-19 is fast progressing, and multiple hypotheses about various pathways of transmissibility have been proposed [ 6 ]. Whether the eyes are a potential transmission source remains obscure, but the evidence so far supports that ocular transmission is possible [ 6 ]. Thus, correct prevention strategies are essential for healthcare providers and patients.…”

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Cataract Surgery during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Insights from a Greek Tertiary Hospital

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Background: COVID-19 has affected everyday clinical practice, having an impact on the quality of healthcare provided, even in eye clinic departments. The aim of this study is to evaluate the consequences of this worldwide pandemic on cataract surgery in a Greek tertiary university hospital. Methods: A total of 805 patients were included in this study. The number of cataract surgeries (CS), the type, the unilateral or bilateral appearance as well as the stage of cataract were recorded for the months between January and June 2019 (pre-COVID period) and compared with the same period in 2021 (during the pandemic outbreak) in the Department of Ophthalmology of Thessaloniki General Hospital G. Papanikolaou. Results: A significant reduction in the number of CS as well as a significant increase in advanced and/or bilateral cataracts in 2021 compared to the pre-COVID period were observed. Conclusion: The COVID-19 pandemic has affected equally the value of ophthalmic interventions as well as the patients’ quality of life, being a powerful reminder of the significant physical and psychological benefits of CS, especially for older adults and patients with comorbidities.

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“…Kitos hipotezės teigia, jog virusas į plaučius iš akies patenka per anatomiškai juos jungiantį ductus nasolacrimalis. SARS-CoV-2, keliaudamas per šį lataką, pakartotinai užkrečia jo epitelio ląsteles ir jose replikuojasi arba keliauja nesireplikuodamas, nešamas epitelio plaukelių [9].…”

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Covid-19 Ligos Ir Jos Kontrolės Sukeliamas Akių Pakenkimas

Miliauskaitė

2022

Health Sciences

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Tyrimo tikslas – apžvelgti straipsnius, aprašančius SARS-CoV-2 viruso sukeltos COVID- 19 ligos bei jos gydymo ir prevencijos sąlygotus akių pažeidimus, apibendrinti tyrimų rezultatus bei pateikti visuomenei aktualią informaciją apie viruso sąsajas su akimis. Akies audiniuose esama specifinių viruso spyglio baltymui receptorių, per kuriuos virusas gali patekti į akies audinius, o iš jos ir į kitas organizmo dalis. Dažniausias COVID-19 ligos sukeliamas akių pakenkimas – konjunktyvitas. Kiti galimi pakenkimai – keratokonjunktyvitas, episkleritas, ragenos transplantato atmetimo reakcija, mukormikozė, neurooftalminės komplikacijos. COVID-19 akių pakenkimus sukelia ir dėl netiesioginių priežasčių – sumažėjusio sveikatos priežiūros paslaugų prieinamumo bei padažnėjusių akių traumų namuose.

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Ocular transmissibility of COVID-19: possibilities and perspectives

Cited by 19 publications

References 97 publications

Outbreak of COVID-19-Related Myopia Progression in Adults: A Preliminary Study

Outbreak of COVID-19-Related Myopia Progression in Adults: A Preliminary Study

Cataract Surgery during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Insights from a Greek Tertiary Hospital

Covid-19 Ligos Ir Jos Kontrolės Sukeliamas Akių Pakenkimas

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