Title: The worldwide incidence of preterm birth : a systematic review of maternal mortality and morbidity

Authors: Beck, Stacy

Place: [Geneva]

Publisher: World health organization (WHO)

Year: 2010

Journal: Bulletin of the World health organization

Volume: vol. 88, no. 1

PAGE: 31--38

Subject: Maternal Health – Lessons Learned

Keywords: prenatal care, maternal and child health, mortality, morbidity

Abstract: This analysis demonstrates that preterm birth is a significant perinatal health problem across the globe, not only in terms of associated mortality but also with regard to short- and long-term morbidity and financial implications for health-care systems.

URL: http://www.who.int/bulletin/volumes/88/1/08-062554.pdf

Document type: E-article