Certain conditions in women may increase the likelihood of preterm birth, such as obesity, having had a previous preterm birth, or hypertension.
In addition, some races, such as black and Hispanic, are at higher risk of preterm birth, as are women with a history of cervical surgery.
Read the full article on: What causes premature birth? – Risks, causes and symptoms ( 48).
By Manuel Aparicio Caballero M.D., M.Sc. (gynecologist), Marta Barranquero Gómez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist), Paloma de la Fuente Vaquero M.D., Ph.D., M.Sc. (gynecologist) and Victoria Moliner BSc, MSc (embryologist).
Last Update: 08/29/2023
