Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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9892012 | The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology | 2005 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Premature birth represents a major cause of perinatal morbidity and mortality. The short- and long-term sequelae of prematurity have serious consequences for newborn survival and health in later life. In addition, prematurity is a major problem with regard to health expenditure. Despite major progress in obstetrics, perinatology and neonatology, the percentage of premature birth persists and there is even a tendency towards a slight increase. Therefore, besides screening programmes for the detection of vaginal infections, additional therapeutic opportunities must be sought. According to previously published data, vaginal progesterone and intramuscular 17α-hydroxyprogesterone caproate should be considered possible treatment options for the prevention of preterm delivery.
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Authors
Adolf E. Schindler,