Preterm birth and risk of hospitalisation for complex chronic conditions during childhood and adolescence.

Gabriel Côté-CorriveauJuliette St-GeorgesThuy Mai LuuAimina AyoubNathalie Auger

Published in: Acta paediatrica (Oslo, Norway : 1992) (2024)

Preterm birth increases the risk of hospitalisation for complex chronic conditions up to age 16 years. Preterm children may benefit from enhanced care throughout childhood and adolescence.

Keyphrases

preterm birth
low birth weight
gestational age
depressive symptoms
healthcare
young adults
palliative care
early life
childhood cancer
pain management
drug induced
preterm infants