• Am J Otolaryngol · May 2020

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    Brief guideline for the prevention of COVID-19 infection in head and neck and otolaryngology surgeons.

    • L A Boccalatte, J J Larrañaga, G M Perez Raffo, C A Teijido, G García Fornari, M I Staneloni, and M F Figari.
    • Head and Neck Section, Department of General Surgery, Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires C1181ACH, Argentina; Surgery Department, Instituto Universitario Hospital Italiano, Argentina. Electronic address: luis.boccalatte@hospitalitaliano.org.ar.
    • Am J Otolaryngol. 2020 May 1; 41 (3): 102484.

    ImportanceAnatomically, viral density is greater in the nasal cavity and the nasopharynx. It is to be expected that instrumentation in or through those areas will entail a higher risk of transmission. That's why head and neck and otolaryngologist surgeons are among the most vulnerable health professionals.ObservationsSurgeons should essentially perform procedures they require. Surgeries should be performed with personal protective equipment suitable for the high risk of aerosolization: goggles, N95 face mask, facial mask, blood-repelling gown and gloves. It is advisable to have the cooperative COVID-19 test in all patients. Telemedicine is a useful resource if resources allow it.Conclusions And RelevanceOtolaryngologists and related specialists are among the groups at higher risk when performing surgeries and upper airway examinations. There are no emergencies in a pandemic. The care of health professionals is crucial to combating this health situation.Copyright © 2020 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.

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