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PRETERM LABOUR
NADUNGA MERCY, ASIIMWE CATHERINE, DR. NAKABEMBE EVE
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Preterm labor (PTL) is defined as labor that begins before the 37th week of gestation. The document outlines the epidemiology of PTL, noting that Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia account for a significant proportion of preterm births. It discusses various theories of induction of labor, risk assessment during pregnancy, and management strategies aimed at improving outcomes for both mothers and infants. The presentation emphasizes the importance of early identification and intervention in cases of preterm labor.
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