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PREVALENCE AND RISK FACTORS RELATED TO PRETERM BIRTH IN BRAZIL
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The rate of preterm birth has been increasing worldwide, including in Brazil. This constitutes a significant public health challenge because of the higher levels of morbidity and mortality and long-term health effects associated with preterm birth. This study describes and quantifies factors affecting spontaneous and provider-initiated preterm birth in Brazil.
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