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Review
. 2021 May;105(3):563-576.
doi: 10.1016/j.mcna.2021.02.006. Epub 2021 Apr 2.

Inpatient Ophthalmology Consultations

Dilraj S Grewal  1 , Hesham Gabr  2
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Review

Inpatient Ophthalmology Consultations

Dilraj S Grewal et al. Med Clin North Am. 2021 May.

Abstract

Comprehensive patient care requires an integrated approach that often includes different specialties. Of these specialties, Ophthalmology stands out with its variable pathologic conditions, unique tools, and special examination techniques, which are not part of the standard training of internal medicine or other specialties. The authors review prior studies focused on inpatient ophthalmology consultations, common reasons for inpatient ophthalmology consultation, and the recommended approach to the most common ocular complaints that could present to the inpatient provider. They also shed light on the basic ocular history and eye examination that should be obtained before requesting an ophthalmic evaluation.

Keywords: Consultation; Hospital; Inpatient; Inpatient ophthalmology consultation; Trauma.

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Conflict of interest No conflicting relationship exists for any author.

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