scholarly journals Prosthodontics in COVID-19 era: The Right Prospective

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 16-24
Author(s):  
Snigdha Patil ◽  
Babita Yeshwante ◽  
Shivani Kotewar ◽  
Nitin Kothari
Keyword(s):  
Direct Contact ◽  
Virus Disease ◽  
Dental Practice ◽  
Infection Transmission ◽  
Corona Virus ◽  
Dental Procedures ◽  
The Right

Since its emergence in December 2019, corona virus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has impacted severalcountries, affecting more than 90 thousand patients and making it a global public threat. The routes oftransmission are direct contact, and droplet and possible aerosol transmissions. Due to the unique natureof dentistry, most dental procedures generate significant amounts of droplets and aerosols, posing potentialrisks of infection transmission. Understanding the significance of aerosol transmission and its implicationsin dentistry can facilitate the identification and correction of negligence in daily dental practice.

scholarly journals To Evaluate Fear and Assess Practice Modification among Dentist against COVID-19 in India – A Questionnaire Based Survey

2021 ◽  
pp. 16-23
Author(s):  
Anil Ingole ◽  
Jayashree Sajjanar ◽  
Jaykumar Gade ◽  
Minal Soni ◽  
Karan Jaiswal ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Direct Contact ◽  
Virus Disease ◽  
Central India ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Corona Virus ◽  
Dental Procedures ◽  
Dental Practitioners ◽  
Current Scenario ◽  
Fear And Anxiety

Introduction: This highly infective new virus, named Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome-Coronavirus-2 (Sars-CoV-2), is a corona virus responsible of an acute respiratory syndrome, often asymptomatic but potentially lethal, named Corona Virus Disease 19 (COVID-19). Airborne and direct contact contamination is a major infection pathway of Sars-CoV-2. SARS-CoV-2 transmission during dental procedures can therefore happen through the inhalation of aerosol/droplets from infected individuals or direct contact with mucous membranes, oral fluids, and contaminated instruments and surfaces .Therefore, dentists have a high risk of getting infected from patients and potentially spreading it to their peers, families, and other patients. Aim: To evaluate fear and assess practice modification among dentist against COVID-19 in India Materials and Methods: In this cross-sectional study a total of 260 general dental practitioners, postgraduates and graduates across Central India, who were registered under the Dental Council of India, were included in the survey. A questionnaire consisting of 22 Questions with regard to COVID -19 fear and practice modification was designed and the questionnaire was circulated through a web designed program. The responses were collected, and data were analyzed descriptively using SPSS Statistics for Windows version 27.0. Results: There is a description of the fear and anxiety levels of dental care professionals towards COVID-19; 83.85% of participants were afraid of getting infected with COVID-19 from either a patient or a co-worker. While treating a coughing or a patient suspected to be infected with COVID-19, 90% were anxious. In terms of using personal protection, 63.85% believed that a surgical mask is not enough to prevent cross-infection of COVID-19. In comparison, 93.08% favored the use of N-95 masks for routine dental procedures during the current outbreak. Although the majority 91.15% recommended routine universal precautions of infection control. Conclusion: Overall, this study sheds light on the association of COVID-19 factors and fear and anxiety elevated among dentists during working in this pandemic. Covid-19 spread all over world and is worsening day by day. On current scenario several dental practices have either modified their services according to recommended guidelines to emergency treatment only, or closed down practices for an uncertain period.

scholarly journals Perlindungan Pekerja/Buruh yang Bekerja di Masa Darurat COVID-19 dalam Prespektif Keselamatan dan Kesehatan Kerja

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 1111
Author(s):  
Risma Fitri Amalina
Keyword(s):  
Work Environment ◽  
Occupational Safety ◽  
Virus Disease ◽  
Health And Safety ◽  
Legal Regulation ◽  
Conceptual Approach ◽  
Occupational Illness ◽  
Corona Virus ◽  
The Right ◽  
The Impact

AbstractIn Indonesia, currently the number of victims infected with Corona Virus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) is increasing, causing death. The impact of Covid-19 on the labor sector, namely company closures, delays in mobilization and decreased productivity. The research was conducted using a statutory and conceptual approach. The results showed that the Covid-19 virus was a disease caused by biological exposure factors. What employers can give workers / laborers in the work environment during the Covid-19 pandemic is the right to Occupational Safety and Health (K3). K3 is a protection that must be received by workers in order to prevent accidents in the work environment. In accordance with the mandate of the Work Safety Law and the Labor Law, workers infected with the Covid-19 virus can recover to their original state if they are given adequate health insurance by the state. However, until now there has been no latest legal regulation regarding the protection of workers who work amid Covid-19. Keywords: Occupational Health and Safety; COVID-19; Occupational Illness; Health insurance.AbstrakDi Indonesia saat ini jumlah korban yang terinfeksi Corona Virus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) semakin meningkat sehingga menyebabkan kematian. Dampak Covid-19 pada sektor ketenagakerjaan yakni penutupan perusahaan, keterlambatan mobilisasi dan menurunnya produktivitas. Penelitian dilakukan dengan pendekatan perundang-undangan dan konseptual. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa virus Covid-19 termasuk ke dalam penyakit akibat faktor pajanan biologi. Hal yang dapat diberikan pengusaha kepada pekerja/buruh di lingkungan kerja selama pandemi Covid-19 adalah hak atas Keselamatan dan Kesehatan Kerja (K3). K3 merupakan perlindungan yang wajib diterima oleh pekerja guna mencegah terjadinya kecelakaan di lingkungan kerja. Sesuai dengan amanat UU Keselamatan Kerja dan UU Ketenagakerjaan, pekerja yang terinfeksi virus Covid-19, dapat pulih seperti keadaan semula apabila diberikan jaminan kesehatan yang memadai oleh negara. Namun, sampai saat ini belum ada peraturan hukum terbaru terkait perlindungan pekerja yang bekerja ditengah Covid-19. Kata Kunci: Keselamatan dan Kesehatan Kerja; COVID-19; Penyakit Akibat Kerja; Jaminan Kesehatan.

scholarly journals INFECTION CONTROL IN DENTAL CLINICS DURING COVID 19 –Original Review

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Raunak Manjeet ◽  
KULDEEP D’MELLO ◽  
ATUL SINGH ◽  
SWATI SRIVASTAVA
Keyword(s):  
Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome ◽  
Infection Control ◽  
Virus Disease ◽  
Control Strategies ◽  
Dental Practice ◽  
Corona Virus ◽  
Management Protocol ◽  
Spread Pattern ◽  
Spread Of Infection ◽  
Aerosol Infection

The outbreak of severe acute respiratory syndrome corona virus 2 (SARS COV 2) and its linked corona virus disease has troubled the entire world community led to a serious public health concerns. Despite the various efforts to stop the spread of this disease globally, the outbreak is still on the rise because of the community spread pattern of this disease. This is believed to have originated in bats pangolins initially later it got transmitted to humans. Once it comes in the human body , this corona virus remains abundantly present in nasopharyngeal and salivary secretions of affected patients. Its spreading nature is mainly through the respiratory droplet spread / aerosol infection. Dental professionals, including Orthodontists , Oral Surgeons , Periodontists, Endodontists and Prosthodontists are all at high risk, since they may encounter patients with suspected or confirmed SARS COV 2 infection will have to act accordingly not only to provide care but at the same time prevent nosocomial spread of infection. Thus, the aim of this article is to provide a brief detailing of the cause, sign symptoms and different routes of transmission of this infection. In addition specific recommendations for dental practice are suggested for patient screening, infection control strategies and patient management protocol . KEY WORDS Coronavirus ,COVID 19, SARS COV 2 ,Dental practice ,Orthodontics ,OMFS, severe acute respiratory syndrome .

scholarly journals The First Case of Reactive Arthritis Associated with SARS-CoV-2-Infection in A 4-Year Old Child

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stephanie Gabriele Werner ◽  
Hans-Eckhard Langer
Keyword(s):  
Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome ◽  
Reactive Arthritis ◽  
Virus Disease ◽  
The Novel ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Corona Virus ◽  
First Case ◽  
Novel Coronavirus ◽  
The Right

Abstract Background: The novel coronavirus SARS‐CoV‐2 (severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2) and its associated disease COVID‐19 (Corona Virus Disease 19) has become a worldwide pandemic since its first cases in December 2019 in Wuhan Province in China. In Germany the pandemic started in February 2020.Case presentation: A 4 year old boy was presented and suffered from pain in the right hip. Arthrosonography demonstrated a significant effusion in the involved joint. The extended history revealed a slight but long lasting cold before. Serological findings were inconspicuous except for positive ELISA (Enzyme-linked Immuno Sorbent Assay) - test for SARS-CoV-2. Conclusion: In conclusion we believe that we can report the first case of reactive arthritis associated with SARS-CoV-2 in children.

scholarly journals Sri Lankan dental professionals’ knowledge of the Corona Virus Disease-19 (COVID-19): a questionnaire survey

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 7-17
Author(s):  
Ruwan Duminda Jayasinghe ◽  
◽  
Rasika Jayasinghe ◽  
Kalani Hettiarrachchi Lakshman ◽  
Perera Samaranayake ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Questionnaire Survey ◽  
Virus Disease ◽  
Detailed Knowledge ◽  
Sri Lankan ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Infection Transmission ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Source Of Infection ◽  
Corona Virus ◽  
Dental Practitioners

Background Dental practitioners are some of the most vulnerable professionals exposed to the risk of contracting the Corona Virus Disease-19 (COVID-19), by virtue of the aerosol generating procedures (AGPs). Hence, an evidence based and detailed knowledge of the disease is important in order to mitigate the effects of the COVID-19 transmission. Aim To identify the perspective, knowledge, and attitudes of Sri Lankan dental surgeons on the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods An online web-based, self-administered questionnaire survey (Google) was conducted among Sri Lankan dental surgeons. All questions, in the pre-tested questionnaire were close-ended, and formulated to elicit data on the views, knowledge, attitudes, and infection control practices related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Results One quarter of the cohort responded and the majority (44.7%) were 30-40 years old with a marginal female preponderance (52.3%). In general, females were significantly more knowledgeable than males on COVID-19, and the post-pandemic preparedness for dental practice (p<0.05). One sixth (18.2 %) incorrectly surmised that, i) pet animals were a source of infection, ii) COVID-19 is not transmitted via surface contact and iii) hand hygiene is not important in preventing infection transmission. All respondents correctly identified AGPs as a high-risk procedure for infection transmission, but approximately two thirds failed to identify specific AGPs in dentistry. Conclusion Taken together, the knowledge, attitudes and practices of Sri Lankan dental surgeons on the COVID-19 pandemic appear satisfactory, but there are knowledge gaps that need to be fulfilled through further continuous education courses.

scholarly journals Penyuluhan tentang Kenali dan Waspada Corona Virus Diseases of 2019 (Covid-19) pada Acara Hari Bebas Kendaraan Bermotor Kota Padang

2020 ◽  
Vol 27 (2) ◽  
pp. 119-125
Author(s):  
Russilawati Russilawati ◽  
Irvan Medison ◽  
Afriani Afriani ◽  
Yessy Susanty Sabri
Keyword(s):  
Disease Transmission ◽  
Virus Disease ◽  
Face Mask ◽  
Hand Washing ◽  
Atypical Pneumonia ◽  
Corona Virus ◽  
Prevention Act ◽  
Health Organization ◽  
The Right ◽  
And Training

Mysterious atypical pneumonia appeared abruptly in Wuhan, China in December 2019. China authority and Word Health Organization (WHO) found out the etiology on January 2020. New strain of Corona virus that eventually called by SARS-CoV2 has been responsible for the Corona virus disease of 2019 (Covid-19). The disease has ability to spread from human to human. These diseases had been pandemic since March 2020.  As the start of early spreading we need to give right information about Covid-19 to the community so that the mass panicked could be avoided. We also need to educate community to take right precaution and prevention. These activities aims to spread the right information about Covid-19 and give simple training to performed prevention act so that community can slowdown the disease transmission. Methods: the campaign and health education about covid-19 and training of cough etiquette, right steps of hand washing using water and soap or alcohol based hand rub, and also how to use face mask properly. There were 66 participants that involved in this event. Participants had actively asked information about frequency of hand washing we need to prevent transmission and travel safety. We also performed flash mob so the participants could train cough etiquette, hand washing, and using face mask in fun ways. We ended the activities with competition of hand washing and using face mask properly. The door prize for the winner was hand sanitizer and face mask that they could use as tools to prevent transmission of Covid-19.

scholarly journals COVID-19: Literature review and learning from UK Experience

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 12-16
Author(s):  
Sarju Man Shrestha ◽  
Sudhir Lohani
Keyword(s):  
Hospital Admissions ◽  
Virus Disease ◽  
Antiviral Treatment ◽  
Significant Proportion ◽  
Non Invasive ◽  
Corona Virus ◽  
Number Of Patients ◽  
Oropharyngeal Swab ◽  
Control Procedures ◽  
The Right

COVID19 (Corona virus disease 2019) is an illness caused by novel corona virus, first reported from Wuhan in China in December 2019. This pandemic has spread to most of the countries of the world and has already taken a huge human toll. Transmission is mostly by the respiratory droplets and also by fomites. While most infected individuals have mild symptoms, a small but significant proportion of individuals develop severe bronchopneumonia, sometimes leading to multiorgan dysfunction. Common symptoms are fever, cough, myalgia, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, breathlessness etc. Diagnosis is made by clinical features in the right epidemiological setting, blood tests and usually confirmed by a PCR test with a nasopharyngeal and oropharyngeal swab. Management is mainly supportive as currently there is no proven antiviral treatment. Reconfiguration of services was necessary to manage a large number of patients admitted to a UK hospital with COVID 19 disease as elective admissions were cancelled and hospital admissions due to due to other diseases significantly declined. Staff were reallocated to cope with the surge in hospital admissions. A system of training was put in place to upskill the staff. All but absolutely necessary outpatient consultations were done by telephone or videoconferencing. COVID 19 patients were cared for in dedicated areas of the hospital and strict infection control procedures were followed. Intensive care unit facilities with ventilators were rapidly expanded with involvement of operation theatre areas. Non-invasive respiratory support was provided in respiratory wards.

scholarly journals Prevention of viral infection transmission in dental practice

2014 ◽  
Vol 61 (4) ◽  
pp. 210-216
Author(s):  
Marina Latkovic
Keyword(s):  
Viral Infections ◽  
Preventive Measures ◽  
Dental Practice ◽  
Infectious Agents ◽  
Hepatitis Viruses ◽  
Protection Measures ◽  
Infection Transmission ◽  
Dental Procedures ◽  
Immunodeficiency Virus ◽  
Dental Intervention

The risk of transmission of viral infections in dentistry has caused great public fear both among patients and dentists. This is primarily related to the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and hepatitis viruses (HBV and HCV), which can cause many complications. This problem is particularly important in dental practice where the appropriate protection during all dental procedures is required. The application of preventive measures against blood-borne infections (HIV, HBV and HCV) may prevent transmission of these infectious agents during dental intervention. The aim of this study was to emphasize possible ways of transmission and advise prevention and protection measures against HIV, HBV and HCV infections in dental practice.

scholarly journals In the eye of the storm: the right ventricle in COVID-19

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 204589402093666 ◽  
Author(s):  
John F. Park ◽  
Somanshu Banerjee ◽  
Soban Umar
Keyword(s):  
Right Ventricle ◽  
Virus Disease ◽  
Cardiac Injury ◽  
Inotropic Effects ◽  
Angiotensin Converting Enzyme 2 ◽  
Right Ventricle Dysfunction ◽  
Corona Virus ◽  
The Right ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Negative Inotropic Effects

The corona virus disease of 2019 pandemic caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus continues to inflict significant morbidity and mortality around the globe. A variety of cardiovascular presentations of SARS-CoV-2 infection have been described so far. However, the impact of SARS-CoV-2 on the right ventricle is largely unknown. Due to its pathophysiologic relevance, the right ventricle finds itself in the eye of the storm of corona virus disease of 2019, placing it at higher risk of failure. Increased afterload from acute respiratory distress syndrome and pulmonary embolism, negative inotropic effects of cytokines, and direct angiotensin converting enzyme 2-mediated cardiac injury from SARS-CoV-2 are potential mechanisms of right ventricle dysfunction in corona virus disease of 2019. Early detection and treatment of right ventricle dysfunction may lead to decreased mortality and improved patient outcomes in corona virus disease of 2019.

Indikationen für chinesische Arzneimitteltherapie bei Covid-19-Erkrankungen

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (03) ◽  
pp. 18-18
Author(s):  
Christian Thede
Keyword(s):  
Virus Disease ◽  
Traditionelle Chinesische Medizin ◽  
Chinesische Medizin ◽  
Corona Virus ◽  
Chinesische Arzneimitteltherapie

SummaryIn Reaktion auf den massiven Ausbruch von Covid-19-Erkrankungen in der Region Wuhan wurde von staatlicher Seite bereits Ende Januar 2020 eine Expertenkommission namhafter chinesischer TCM-Fachleute berufen. Nach der Sichtung einer größeren Anzahl von Patienten in Wuhan wurdenTherapieprotokolle für verschiedene Krankheitsstadien formuliert, die in den „Guidance for Corona Virus Disease 2019“ des Generalbüros der Nationalen Hygiene und Gesundheitskommission und des Büros der staatlichen Verwaltung für traditionelle chinesische Medizin aufgenommen wurden.

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