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What is the definition of preterm birth?
How many babies were estimated to be born too early in 2020?
What is the leading cause of death in children under the age of 5 years globally?
In low-income settings, what percentage of babies born at or below 32 weeks die due to lack of feasible, cost-effective care?
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What is causing an increased burden of disability among preterm babies who survive the neonatal period in middle-income settings?
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Study Notes
Preterm Birth Definition and Statistics
- Preterm birth is defined as a birth that occurs before 37 weeks of gestation.
- According to estimates, approximately 15 million babies were born too early in 2020.
- Preterm birth complications are the leading cause of death in children under the age of 5 years globally.
- In low-income settings, approximately 50% of babies born at or below 32 weeks die due to the lack of feasible, cost-effective care.
- In middle-income settings, an increased burden of disability among preterm babies who survive the neonatal period is caused by a lack of access to specialized care, leading to long-term health consequences.
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Test your knowledge on preterm birth and its sub-categories with this informative quiz. Explore the causes, risks, and potential interventions associated with babies born before 37 weeks of pregnancy.
