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What is premature birth?

Pregnancy normally lasts for a period of 37 to 42 weeks, and at the point after 37 weeks, it is called a 'term' pregnancy. Premature birth is defined as occurring before 37 weeks.

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Author: Kellie Heywood
First answered: 14 Oct 2014
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Category: Placental abruption

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