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Preterm labor is defined as uterine contractions before 37 weeks of gestation that are frequent and strong enough to dilate the cervix. It occurs in 20-37 weeks of pregnancy and is the leading cause of neonatal mortality in the US. The causes of preterm labor are largely unknown but may include cervical or uterine issues, infections, hormonal changes, or problems with the placenta. Assessing risk factors like a history of preterm deliveries or a short cervix on ultrasound can help predict who is at higher r

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Yoan Caroline Saron Kapressy

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