Unmasking the mask:the role of personal protective equipment for ophthalmologists caring for asymptomatic patients during the COVID-19 pandemic

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Adrian T.Fung
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[1] Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Macquarie University
[2] Westmead and Central Clinical Schools, Discipline of Clinical Ophthalmology and Eye Health, University of Sydney
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R168 [个人卫生防护用品使用];
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The use of personal protective equipment(PPE) for ophthalmologists caring for asymptomatic patients remains controversial. This commentary reviews the latest emerging evidence. This is paramountly important in shaping health policies in countries which is not currently recommended.
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