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Premature Labor

The causes of premature labor cannot always be determined. Some research suggests that infection of the urinary or reproductive tract may stimulate premature labor and premature births.

Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine

Preterm Labor

The causes of preterm labor are often not identifiable. Women with a previous history of preterm labor have the highest risk of developing it again, between 17 and 37%.

Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health

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