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Childbirth, Puerperium and Abortion Care Protocol during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Alberto Trapani Júnior1,2, Laura Rassi Vanhoni1,3, Sheila Koettker Silveira1
1Hospital Universitário Professor Polydoro Ernani de São Thiago, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, SC, Brazil.
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This protocol offers guidance for Brazilian obstetricians on managing childbirth, postpartum, and abortion care during the severe acute respiratory syndrome-related coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) pandemic. It ensures evidence-based support for maternal health amidst global health challenges.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Infectious Diseases
- Public Health
Background:
- The severe acute respiratory syndrome-related coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) pandemic has impacted global health, affecting all age groups.
- Pregnant women are a vulnerable population requiring specific considerations during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic.
- Existing obstetric care protocols needed adaptation to address the unique challenges posed by SARS-CoV-2.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide technical and scientific support to Brazilian obstetricians.
- To offer guidance on childbirth, postpartum, and abortion care during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic.
- To ensure continuity and safety of essential reproductive health services.
Main Methods:
- Development of a protocol based on current scientific evidence and expert consensus.
- Dissemination of guidelines to healthcare professionals in Brazil.
- Focus on adapting standard obstetric procedures to pandemic conditions.
Main Results:
- A comprehensive protocol addressing SARS-CoV-2 in obstetric care was established.
- Guidelines cover critical aspects of maternal healthcare during the pandemic.
- The protocol aims to standardize and improve care quality.
Conclusions:
- The protocol serves as a vital resource for Brazilian obstetricians.
- Effective management of obstetric care during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic is crucial.
- Adherence to evidence-based guidelines can mitigate risks for pregnant women and newborns.
Abstract:
The new coronavirus (severe acute respiratory syndrome-related coronavirus 2, SARS-CoV-2) is a virus that causes a potentially serious respiratory disease that has spread in several countries, reaching humans in all age groups, including pregnant women. The purpose of this protocol is to provide technical and scientific support to Brazilian obstetricians regarding childbirth, postpartum and abortion care during the pandemic.
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