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

• Main Authors: Valentina Tosto (Author), Irene Giardina (Author), Valentina Tsibizova (Author), Gian Carlo Di Renzo (Author), Dan-Dan Shi (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Wolters Kluwer Health, 2020-07-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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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...