The prediction of preterm delivery: What is new?

Preterm birth, defined as birth occurring prior to 37 weeks gestation, is a serious obstetric problem accounting for 11% of pregnancies worldwide. It is associated with significant neonatal morbidity and mortality. Predictive tests for preterm birth are incredibly important, given the huge personal, economic, and health impacts of preterm birth. They can provide reassurance for women who are unlikely to deliver early, but they are also important...