Beyond survival: the lasting effects of premature birth

• Main Authors: Daniela Morniroli (Author), Valentina Tiraferri (Author), Giulia Maiocco (Author), Domenico Umberto De Rose (Author), Francesco Cresi (Author), Alessandra Coscia (Author), Fabio Mosca (Author), Maria Lorella Giannì (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Frontiers Media S.A., 2023-07-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Preterm birth, defined as birth before 37 weeks of gestation, is a major public health concern. It affects about 10% of all newborns globally and is the main cause of infant death and morbidity. Prematurity increases the likelihood of respiratory distress syndrome, cerebral palsy, and developmental...