Long-term effects of preterm birth on behavior and neurosteroid sensitivity in the guinea pig.
Julia C ShawHannah K PalliserRebecca Maree DysonJonathan J HirstMary J BerryPublished in: Pediatric research (2016)
We conclude that juvenile ex-preterm male guinea pigs exhibit a hyperactive phenotype and feature impaired neurodevelopment, making this a suitable model for future therapeutic studies.