The association between parity, infant gender, higher level of paternal education and preterm birth in Pakistan: a cohort study

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>High rates of antenatal depression and preterm birth have been reported in Pakistan. Self reported maternal stress and depression have been associated with preterm birth; however findings are inconsistent. Cortisol is a biological ma...

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Main Authors: Shaikh Kiran, Premji Shahirose S, Rose Marianne S, Kazi Ambreen, Khowaja Shaneela, Tough Suzanne
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-11-01
Series:BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2393/11/88