Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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6143790 | American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology | 2016 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Smoking throughout pregnancy is associated with an increased risk of preterm birth. However, quitting early in pregnancy negates this risk. Widespread programs aimed at smoking cessation early in pregnancy could have a significant impact on reducing the rate of preterm birth nationally.
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Authors
Elizabeth DO, Kaitlin BS, Aimin MD, PhD, James MD, Emily A. DO, MS,