Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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3435325 | American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology | 2010 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
The current study confirms for Ohio and extends the findings of others that infant mortality risk is increased for births at late preterm and near-term gestational ages. Decisions to deliver before 39 weeks should consider increased likelihood of infant death that may be unrelated to fetal malformations or maternal illness.
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Authors
Edward F. MD, John MA, John MS, Barbara RN, MPH, Jay MD, Ohio Perinatal Quality Collaborative Ohio Perinatal Quality Collaborative,