Racial Differences in Planned Hysterectomy Procedure Route.

Hysterectomies can be performed with a minimally invasive surgical (MIS) approach or a laparotomic (abdominal) approach. The objective of this study was to assess any racial differences in the likelihood of having a planned MIS hysterectomy. A prospective cohort study of women undergoing hysterectomy at Henry Ford Health System was conducted where laparotomic and MIS approaches are available to all patients.

Severe COVID-19 infection in pregnancy requiring intubation without preterm delivery: A case report.

Background: Coronavirus-2019 (COVID-19) is a global health crisis, but there is limited guidance for the critical care management of pregnant patients experiencing respiratory collapse. We describe our management of a peri-viable pregnant patient requiring intubation; discussion includes pharmacologic interventions, mechanical ventilation adjustments, and consideration of fetal interventions, including delivery timing.

Case: A 36-year-old, gravida 2, para 1 woman positive for COVID-19 at 23 weeks of gestation with severe disease required admission to the intensive care unit and intubation.