Goals and strategies for prevention of preterm birth: an obstetric perspective.
Complications of prematurity surpass congenital malformations as the leading cause of infant mortality in the United States. Since 1990, there has been a steady rise in preterm birth, alarming health professionals from all disciplines. This review from a prenatal perspective confirms those concerns and describes the risks and opportunities that may attend efforts to improve the health of fetuses, newborns, and infants. Fetal and live-born outcomes are included.
Lang
Christopher T
CT
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Division of Maternal-Fetal medicine, The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH 43210, USA. ctlmed1@aol.com
Iams
Jay D
JD
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D001510:Bed Rest; D023802:Cerclage, Cervical; D019587:Dietary Supplements; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D009774:Obstetrics; D010510:Periodontal Diseases / Q000188:drug therapy; D011247:Pregnancy; D047928:Premature Birth / Q000517:prevention & control*; D011295:Prenatal Care; D011374:Progesterone / Q000627:therapeutic use
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents; D011374:Progesterone