Schuklenk writes of the fetishization of lean operations and efficiency in hospitals, and how the emphasis on profits exposes the healthcare worker to disease.^[1] It is indeed true for health-care systems that have refused to learn from Ebola, Nipah, MERS-CoV, and even MDR tuberculosis.^[2-5]

How to cite this article: Bhartiya S. The COVID-19 Black Swan. Cli Exp Vis Eye Res J 2020;3(1):1.

Even though ophthalmology has several distinguishing characteristics that set it apart from other industries, there are many opportunities for us to learn from them. This crosspollination of ideas is critical for innovations in processes for greater efficiency, leveraging of technology, and drafting roadmaps for better patient safety and satisfaction. It is critical to evaluate the contextual and practical differences between industries as we select what can be learnt from elsewhere when we retool for the post COVID-19 world.

Key words: Covid 19, industry learnings, practice management skills

How to cite this article: Bhartiya S. Lessons from other industries: Ophthalmology and the COVID-19 crisis. Cli Exp Vis Eye Res J 2020; 3(1):2-5.

Received: 12-06-2020;

Accepted: 18-06-2020

Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 causes a highly contagious coronavirus disease named COVID-19 by the World Health Organization (WHO). It has emerged as a pandemic; number of affected individuals is only increasing and so is the spectrum of its clinical presentations. To control morbidity and mortality caused by COVID-19, all physicians including ophthalmologists, need to know its established as well as probable clinical presentations. Conjunctivitis can be the first presenting symptom of the disease. Ophthalmologists are at higher risk of contracting this infection due to close contact with the patient during different examinations and procedures. Examining such otherwise asymptomatic patients further increases the risk of infection. The present review updates about the current literature on COVID 19 in relation to ophthalmology. We need to control its spread at all levels, among patients and ophthalmologists, among staff as well as the community. Frequent disinfection and social distancing should be the new norm in clinics. Teleconsultation services need to be boosted and strengthened for future use along with efforts to end the pandemic.

Key words: Corona virus, ophthalmology, severe acute respiratory syndrome

How to cite this article: Kumari K, Kaur S, Sukhija J, Ram J. Coronavirus disease in ophthalmology practice: Current scenario; available evidence; and its implications. Cli Exp Vis Eye Res J 2020;3(1):6-12.

Received: 09-06-2020;

Accepted: 14-06-2020

Capillary hemangioma (CH) also known as strawberry nevi can present as a small red raised isolated lesion. Imaging techniques such as ultrasound, computed tomography (CT), or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) may be used to differentiate CH from other vascular tumors, to identify the extent of tumor. Management should be customized according to the age of the child, extent and size of the tumor(s), growth rate, depth (superficial, deep or mixed).

Key words: Hamartoma, Hemangioma, Vascular tumors

How to cite this article: Wadhwani M, Singh R. Capillary hemangioma – A review. Cli Exp Vis Eye Res J 2020; 3(1):13-18.

Received: 05-05-2020;

Accepted: 18-05-2020

Secondary macular holes (MHs), most commonly caused by ocular trauma and high myopia, often pose a therapeutic challenge. The development of modern imaging modalities as well as advanced surgical techniques enables a better pre-operative evaluation, diverse treatments, and improved prognosis. This review presents and discusses the treatment options for each of these conditions, to provide the necessary up to date knowledge for decision-making in these cases.

Key words: Macular holes, Traumatic Macular Holes, Pars Plana Vitrectomy

How to cite this article: Sela TC, Hadayer A, Zahavi A. Secondary macular hole – A review of current management strategies. Cli Exp Vis Eye Res J 2020;3(1):19-25.

Received: 11-05-2020;

Accepted: 02-06-2020