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Preterm birth prevention: how well are we really doing? A review of the latest literature

Sarit Avraham1, Fouad Azem1, Daniel Seidman2

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Liss Maternitry Hospital, Tel-Aviv Medical Center, Tel-Aviv, Israel ; The Sackler School of Medicine, Tel-Aviv University, Tel-Aviv Medical Center, Tel-Aviv, Israel.

Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology of India
|June 27, 2014
PubMed

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Preterm birth, a global concern, leads to prematurity, causing newborn deaths and long-term health issues. This review covers causes, interventions, and future research for preterm birth complications.

Area of Science:

  • Neonatal Health
  • Obstetrics
  • Perinatology

Background:

  • Preterm birth is a significant global health issue.
  • Prematurity is the primary cause of neonatal mortality.
  • Survivors of prematurity often face long-term developmental challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current data on the causes of preterm birth.
  • To summarize available interventions for managing prematurity.
  • To discuss contemporary research and future applications in preterm birth.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of existing data.
  • Synthesis of information on causes and interventions.
  • Analysis of current research trends.

Main Results:

  • Identified key global causes of preterm birth.
  • Cataloged current clinical interventions for preterm infants.
  • Highlighted emerging research areas for prevention and treatment.

Conclusions:

  • Understanding preterm birth causes is crucial for prevention.
  • Effective interventions can improve outcomes for premature infants.
  • Ongoing research is vital for advancing care and reducing long-term sequelae.

Keywords:
Cervical lengthPrematurityPreterm birth

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