MESA, Ariz., Jan. 14, 2022 PRNewswire/ -- Newly published
today in the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology is the
largest study performed thus far on the effect of the COVID19 virus
in pregnancy. This was the largest study ever performed including
42754 pregnant women infected with the COVID19 virus during
pregnancy. Using the latest data, the study was able to
identify a strong connection between COVID infection and preterm
delivery as well as an increased risk of cesarean section. A
second finding of the study was that the staggeringly high death
rate among mothers infected by the 2003 SARS pandemic and the 2012
MERS pandemic is not seen in the COVID19 pandemic. This
information can be extremely valuable to doctors battling COVID in
pregnant mothers. The study was led by Dr. Greg Marchand of the Marchand Institute for
Minimally Invasive Surgery, and was a cooperative venture with Dr.
Katelyn Sainz of Tucson Medical
Center, department of Pediatrics.
"In the largest study to date, a strong connection between COVID19
infection in pregnancy and preterm birth is seen."
The full text of this critically important study can be found
at:
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666577821000472
Online Presskit:
https://marchandinstitute.onlinepresskit247.com/
About Dr. Greg Marchand MD
(Lead Author): Dr. Marchand is the director of the
Marchand Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery, as well as the
fellowship program director for the Institute's SLS (Society of
Laparoendoscopic Surgeons) Accredited fellowship in Minimally
Invasive Gynecologic Surgery. Dr. Marchand is an associate
professor of medicine at several medical schools in Arizona, and enjoys teaching students, fellows
and residents. Dr. Marchand holds dual certifications from the
American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology in both general OBGYN
and Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery. Dr. Marchand is also
accredited as a "Master Surgeon in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic
Surgery" by the Surgical Review Corporation. Dr. Marchand is
extensively published and has completed a two year fellowship in
Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery (MIGS). Dr. Marchand is
recognized internationally as a pioneer in developing laparoscopic
techniques, as well as an expert minimally invasive surgeon and
teaching surgeon. Dr. Marchand was recently honored with a World
Record for performing a total laparoscopic hysterectomy through the
smallest incision ever. Dr. Marchand was also one half of the team
that was recognized by the Guinness Book of World
Records(™) for removing the
largest uterus ever without needing to cut open the patient. When
he is not in the operating room Dr. Marchand enjoys low carb living
and chasing around his 8 year old football star son,
Sebastian. For more information see:
www.MarchandInstitute.org
About Dr. Katelyn Sainz MD
(Supervising Author): Dr. Sainz is a resident in General
Pediatrics at Tucson Hospital's Medical Education Program, and is
passionate about research that affects children of all ages. Her
research interests include neonatology, pediatric sports medicine,
and pediatric endocrinology. Outside the workplace Dr. Sainz
loves to travel and is a Pilates fanatic.
About The American Journal of Obstetrics and
Gynecology: AJOG Global Reports is one of two companion
titles to the highly-respected American Journal of Obstetrics and
Gynecology. It seeks to provide a forum for dialogue and education
on matters that relate foremost to women's health worldwide, with a
special focus on regional reports and cross-border healthcare
delivery. AJOG:Global Reports is one of the most respected
journals in the field of OBGYN and consistently maintains one of
the highest impact factors of any journal in the specialty.
Dr. Marchand has made time from his research and clinical
responsibilities to be available for interview in the NY and LA
areas. Please contact Wasabi Media for interview and
appearance logistics.
Contact:
Michelle Tennant
Publicist
Wasabi Media
828-749-3200
Michelle@wasabipublicity.com
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