Publications by authors named "Dorothy A Kump"

COVID-19 outcomes are worse in non-pregnant patients that are cystic fibrosis carriers; however, no studies have examined COVID-19 outcomes in pregnant patients that are cystic fibrosis carriers. We evaluated the cystic fibrosis carrier status of pregnant patients with COVID-19 in three geographical regions in the United States and compared outcomes between non-carriers and carriers. Out of 2430 pregnant patients with COVID-19, 229 had a cystic fibrosis screen.

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  • The study aimed to evaluate how using 3D-printed models compared to 3D-printed pictures affects parental attachment to the fetus, as well as anxiety and depression levels during the third trimester of pregnancy.
  • Conducted as a randomized controlled trial at a university-affiliated hospital, the study included 184 participants (95 women and 89 men) who completed questionnaires before and after receiving 3D ultrasonography.
  • Results showed significant increases in maternal and paternal attachment scores, along with decreased levels of depression, general anxiety, and pregnancy-related anxiety, although there were no notable differences between the two groups regarding these outcomes.
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