Obstet Gynecol October 2021 PMID 34623073

Evaluation of Respiratory Emissions During Labor and Delivery: Potential Implications for Transmission of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2).

Thalia Mok, Elijah Harris, Andres Vargas, Yalda Afshar, Christina S Han, Ann Karagozian, Rashmi Rao

Mentions

14
Peak: 5 in Oct 2021
across 3 sources since Sep 2021

Extended reach

41,736
potential audience

Total likes

13

Video views

7,262

Mentions per month

Sep 2021 – Oct 2021

Where it's discussed

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  • YouTube3 videos

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions show a clear interest in how respiratory emissions could influence transmission risks during labor, with some posts highlighting specific findings like the speeds of breath propagation and the possible need for new safety measures. The tone combines curiosity with concern, reflecting awareness of the study’s practical implications for obstetric care and infection prevention.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the importance of understanding respiratory emissions during labor, indicating general agreement with the article's implications.

InterestHigh interest

The high frequency of mentions with hashtags related to COVID-19 and childbirth suggests strong interest from the audience.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments reflect active engagement, referencing article details and emphasizing the significance for clinical practice.

ImpactModerate impact

Participants recognize potential impacts on safety protocols and infection control during delivery, indicating perceived importance.

Abstract in brief

  • The study used imaging technology to observe how respiratory emissions (like breath and cough) move during labor and delivery, finding that these emissions can travel quickly, especially during coughing and forced expiration.
  • Breath propagation speeds ranged from about 120 to 155 meters per second in early labor, increasing to around 177 meters per second during pushing (Valsalva) in the second stage of labor.
  • The findings suggest that labor and delivery can increase the spread of respiratory particles, potentially raising the risk of transmitting respiratory viruses like SARS-CoV-2 during childbirth.

Top posts

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The Green Journal
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Evaluation of Respiratory Emissions During Labor and Delivery: Potential Implications for Transmission of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) #obgyn #cover https://t.co/23aBH2QyOe https://t.co/wz76KtLIvo

Oct 11, 2021 · 6 likes · 3 shares · 30,273 followers View post →
Dr. Sue Gross
@DrSueGross · X

RT @greenjrnl: Evaluation of Respiratory Emissions During Labor and Delivery: Potential Implications for Transmission of Severe Acute Respi…

Oct 12, 2021 · 3 shares · 3,029 followers View post →
Torri Metz
@MetzTorri · X

RT @greenjrnl: Evaluation of Respiratory Emissions During Labor and Delivery: Potential Implications for Transmission of Severe Acute Respi…

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@PaperbirdsH · X

New article: Evaluation of Respiratory Emissions During Labor and Delivery: Potential Implications for Transmission of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) https://t.co/ahpXUGP3h4 #coronavirus #COVID19 #2019ncov https://t.co/84mlrD3MVj

Oct 8, 2021 · 302 followers View post →

All mentions

Dr. Sue Gross
@DrSueGross · X

RT @greenjrnl: Evaluation of Respiratory Emissions During Labor and Delivery: Potential Implications for Transmission of Severe Acute Respi…

Oct 12, 2021 · 3 shares · 3,029 followers View post →
Torri Metz
@MetzTorri · X

RT @greenjrnl: Evaluation of Respiratory Emissions During Labor and Delivery: Potential Implications for Transmission of Severe Acute Respi…

Oct 11, 2021 · 3 shares · 764 followers View post →
Frederico José Amede
@fredericoperet · X

RT @greenjrnl: Evaluation of Respiratory Emissions During Labor and Delivery: Potential Implications for Transmission of Severe Acute Respi…

Oct 11, 2021 · 3 shares · 83 followers View post →
The Green Journal
@greenjrnl · X

Evaluation of Respiratory Emissions During Labor and Delivery: Potential Implications for Transmission of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) #obgyn #cover https://t.co/23aBH2QyOe https://t.co/wz76KtLIvo

Oct 11, 2021 · 6 likes · 3 shares · 30,273 followers View post →
NFTdose
@PaperbirdsH · X

New article: Evaluation of Respiratory Emissions During Labor and Delivery: Potential Implications for Transmission of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) https://t.co/ahpXUGP3h4 #coronavirus #COVID19 #2019ncov https://t.co/84mlrD3MVj

Oct 8, 2021 · 302 followers View post →