Preterm births more common in mothers who are cancer survivors
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Published in JAMA Oncology · View the paper (DOI)
A study by UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center found that women diagnosed with cancer during their childbearing years are at a higher risk of delivering preterm and having babies with low birth weight. The study identified potential risks for mothers who are cancer survivors, including a greater risk of cesarean section deliveries.
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- Preterm births more common in mothers who are cancer survivors UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center · Mar 23, 2017 · first to report
- Study examines birth outcomes for adolescent & young adult cancer survivors JAMA Network · Mar 23, 2017