Impact of healthcare restrictions due to COVID-19 on early pregnancy complications: A cross-sectional study

The COVID-19 restrictions led to a major shift in the way healthcare was delivered, with increased use of telephone consultations and prompt early discharge from the hospital. Although we did not record safety issues or adverse outcomes, we found a delay in gestational age at presentation and diagnosis, which has the potential to lead to adverse outcomes. The COVID-19 pandemic has further highlighted the importance of telemedicine in healthcare practice.

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Qatar medical journal
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2025-06-30
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https://doi.org/10.5339/qmj.2025.43
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Ectopic Pregnancy Diagnosis and Management
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Abstract

The COVID-19 restrictions led to a major shift in the way healthcare was delivered, with increased use of telephone consultations and prompt early discharge from the hospital. Although we did not record safety issues or adverse outcomes, we found a delay in gestational age at presentation and diagnosis, which has the potential to lead to adverse outcomes. The COVID-19 pandemic has further highlighted the importance of telemedicine in healthcare practice.

Qatar medical journalVol. 2025(2)
Stenden University Qatar (QA), Hamad Medical Corporation (QA)
Openalex Percentile: Top 76%
Ectopic Pregnancy Diagnosis and Management
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