Preterm Birth, From the Biological Knowledges to the Prevention: An Overview

Abstract. The time of birth is a critical determinant of perinatal and long-term outcomes, and even trans-generational effects. Preterm birth is still the leading cause of infant mortality and morbidity. Unfortunately, rates of preterm birth remain high worldwide. Preterm parturition is a complex sy...

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Main Authors: Valentina Tosto, Irene Giardina, Valentina Tsibizova, Gian Carlo Di Renzo, Dan-Dan Shi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wolters Kluwer Health 2020-07-01
Series:Maternal-Fetal Medicine
Online Access:http://journals.lww.com/10.1097/FM9.0000000000000054