The role of infection in preterm labour and birth

被引：38
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作者：
Lamont, RF [1 ]
机构：
[1] Northwick Pk & St Marks Hosp, Dept Obstet & Gynaecol, Harrow HA1 3UJ, Middx, England
来源：
HOSPITAL MEDICINE | 2003年 / 64卷 / 11期
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D O I：
10.12968/hosp.2003.64.11.2343
中图分类号：
R5 [内科学];
学科分类号：
1002 ; 100201 ;
摘要：
Preterm birth is the major cause of neonatal mortality and morbidity. Infection is a major cause of preterm tabour. Abnormal genital tract flora in early pregnancy is predictive of preterm tabour. Antibiotics may be of help in preventing preterm birth.
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