Publications by authors named "Rita J Hsu"
Am J Obstet Gynecol
July 2021
Article Synopsis
- During the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic, the risks of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection in pregnant women were unclear, highlighting the need for research on infection rates in this population.
- The study aimed to estimate SARS-CoV-2 infection rates among pregnant women in Washington State and assess disparities based on race, ethnicity, and English language proficiency.
- Researchers identified 240 pregnant patients with confirmed SARS-CoV-2 infections, with over 70% belonging to minority racial and ethnic groups, indicating notable disparities in infection rates.
Am J Obstet Gynecol
July 2021
Article Synopsis
- Pregnant patients with COVID-19 in Washington State showed increased risks of severe disease, hospitalization, and mortality, with 1 in 11 developing severe illness and 1 in 80 dying during the study period.
- Hospitalization rates for pregnant patients were significantly higher, at 10%, compared to 2.8% for similarly aged adults, indicating a 3.5-fold increase in risk.
- Those hospitalized were more likely to have underlying health conditions, such as asthma, hypertension, and obesity, revealing a link between pre-existing morbidities and severe COVID-19 outcomes in pregnancy.
