Predicting Preterm Labour: Current Status and Future Prospects

Preterm labour and birth are a major cause of perinatal morbidity and mortality. Despite modern advances in obstetric and neonatal management, the rate of preterm birth in the developed world is increasing. Yet even though numerous risk factors associated with preterm birth have been identified, the...

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Main Authors: Harry M. Georgiou, Megan K. W. Di Quinzio, Michael Permezel, Shaun P. Brennecke
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2015-01-01
Series:Disease Markers
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2015/435014