Patterns of use and optimal timing of antenatal corticosteroids in twin compared with singleton pregnancies.

Amihai RottenstreichGabriel LevinGeffen KleinsternRani Haj YahyaMisgav RottenstreichSimcha YagelUriel Elchalal

Published in: Acta obstetricia et gynecologica Scandinavica (2018)

Twin pregnancy is an independent risk factor for suboptimal antenatal corticosteroids administration. Directed efforts should be made to improve the utilization of antenatal corticosteroids in this vulnerable group of women.

Keyphrases

preterm birth
pregnant women
pregnancy outcomes
gestational age
polycystic ovary syndrome
birth weight
quality improvement
type diabetes
metabolic syndrome
physical activity
cervical cancer screening
weight gain
breast cancer risk