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Trends in preterm labor.

R A Graf1, R Perez-Woods

  • 1College of Nursing, Rush University, Chicago, Illinois 60612.

Journal of Perinatology : Official Journal of the California Perinatal Association
|March 1, 1992
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Preterm birth is the main cause of infant mortality in the US. This paper reviews current knowledge on preterm labor, including its definition, risk factors, management, and patient education.

Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Neonatal Health
  • Maternal-Fetal Medicine

Background:

  • Preterm birth is the leading cause of infant mortality in the United States.
  • The National Commission to Prevent Infant Mortality identified this issue in 1988.
  • Understanding preterm labor is critical for improving infant survival rates.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze current knowledge on preterm labor.
  • To review the definition, causes, risk identification, management, and patient education related to preterm labor.
  • To identify directions for future research in preterm labor.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and analysis of existing research on preterm labor.
  • Synthesis of information across four key areas: definition/causes, risk identification, management, and patient education.

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  • Discussion of current understanding and gaps in knowledge.

    • Main Results:

    • Preterm labor is defined as uterine contractions between 20 and 37 weeks' gestation with cervical changes.
    • Key areas analyzed include etiology, risk assessment, therapeutic interventions, and the role of patient education.
    • The paper consolidates existing data on preterm labor management strategies.

    Conclusions:

    • Preterm labor remains a significant public health concern contributing to infant mortality.
    • A comprehensive understanding of preterm labor's multifaceted aspects is essential.
    • Further research is needed to advance prevention and treatment strategies for preterm birth.