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

Darrin V. Bann; Vijay A. Patel; Robert Saadi; John P. Gniady; Neerav Goyal; Johnathan D. McGinn; David Goldenberg

doi:10.1002/hed.26162

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

Darrin V. Bann, Vijay A. Patel, Robert Saadi, John P. Gniady, Neerav Goyal, Johnathan D. McGinn, David Goldenberg

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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 otolaryngology patient with unknown, suspected, or positive COVID-19 status. Elective procedures should be postponed indefinitely, and clinical practice should be limited to patients with urgent or emergent needs. Conclusion: We summarize current best-practice recommendations for otolaryngologists to ensure safety for themselves, their clinical staff, and their patients.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	1227-1234
Number of pages	8
Journal	Head and Neck
Volume	42
Issue number	6
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1002/hed.26162
State	Published - Jun 1 2020

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Otorhinolaryngology

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