In:
Fetal and Maternal Medicine Review, Cambridge University Press (CUP), Vol. 11, No. 1 ( 1999-02), p. 7-16
Abstract:
The incidence of premature delivery (at less than 37 completed weeks) has been stable at between 5–10% of deliveries over the past 20 years despite intensive research in this field. Preterm delivery is a major cause of perinatal morbidity and mortality. The identification of women at increased risk for this condition has traditionally been based on clinical history (e.g. previous premature birth or second-trimester miscarriage), digital evaluation of the cervix and the occurrence of uterine contractions.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
0965-5395
,
1469-5065
DOI:
10.1017/S0965539599000121
Language:
English
Publisher:
Cambridge University Press (CUP)
Publication Date:
1999
detail.hit.zdb_id:
2030174-1
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