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  1. Premature birth - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

    Here's what you need to know about caring for a premature baby and the possible health problems of a preterm birth.

  2. Preterm labor - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

    Preterm labor can result in premature birth. The earlier premature birth happens, the greater the health risks for your baby. Many premature babies ...

  3. Science Saturday: Link between preterm labor, fetal DNA supported by cell culture research - Mayo Clinic News Network

    Babies born before 37 weeks of pregnancy are called "preterm" and have a higher risk of death or persistent health problems than babies born at term. Preterm ...

  4. Premature birth - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic

    Here's what you need to know about caring for a premature baby and the possible health problems of a preterm birth.

  5. Preterm labor - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic

    Your doctor may offer you medication as an alternative to cervical cerclage. If you have a history of preterm labor or premature birth, you're at risk of a ...

  6. Preterm labor - Diagnosis - Mayo Clinic

    Tests and procedures to diagnose preterm labor include: Pelvic exam. Your health care provider might evaluate the firmness and tenderness of your uterus and the ...

  7. Premature birth - Doctors and departments - Mayo Clinic

    Here's what you need to know about caring for a premature baby and the possible health problems of a preterm birth.

  8. Prematurity Awareness Month: Mayo Clinic Expert Explains Risk Factors

    LA CROSSE, Wis. — Roughly 1 in 10 U.S. babies is born prematurely. Preterm labor can affect any pregnancy. To help highlight National Prematurity Awareness ...

  9. Mayo Clinic and Universite de Montreal scientists discover distinct inflammatory profiles between preterm and term births

    "What's common in preterm births is inflammation," says Dr. Girard. "Inflammation is needed for a normal pregnancy and delivery. We wanted to pinpoint what ...

  10. Preeclampsia - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic

    Preeclampsia may lead to an unplanned preterm birth — delivery before 37 weeks. Also, planned preterm birth is a primary treatment for preeclampsia. A baby born ...