articleAmerican Journal of Clinical PathologyMay 16, 2020BRONZE OA

Placental Pathology in COVID-19

EDElisheva D. ShanesLBLeena B. MithalSOSebastián OteroHAHooman AzadESEmily S. Miller

Northwestern University · Lurie Children's Hospital

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Abstract

Objectives

To describe histopathologic findings in the placentas of women with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) during pregnancy.

Methods

Pregnant women with COVID-19 delivering between March 18, 2020, and May 5, 2020, were identified. Placentas were examined and compared to historical controls and women with placental evaluation for a history of melanoma.

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Topics & keywords

Topics
Keywords
  • Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)
  • Medicine
  • Pathology
  • 2019-20 coronavirus outbreak
  • Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2)
  • Pandemic
  • Coronavirus Infections
  • Betacoronavirus
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Good health and well-being
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