by APFLI | May 17, 2004 | Human Development
A computer model of the womb could be used by doctors to identify the risk of premature birth. The virtual womb simulates uterine contractions and could allow doctors to prescribe the most appropriate drugs while eliminating the need for drug trials on real people....
by APFLI | Mar 3, 2004 | Studies - PreTerm Delivery / Premature Birth / Prematurity Complications
[Abstract follows at end of this summary] Abortion increases risks of premature delivery (risk ratio elevation of 1.3 to 2.0), maternal depression and suicide, and other serious health consequences, such as placenta previa (RR of 1.7), reports a new medical study by...