Impaired pulmonary function mediates inattention in young adults born extremely preterm.

Jonathan S LittSamantha JohnsonNeil MarlowHenning Tiemeier

Published in: Acta paediatrica (Oslo, Norway : 1992) (2022)

Extremely preterm young adults have increased risk for inattention compared to term-born peers. Poor pulmonary function appears to underlie this risk. The mechanisms responsible remain unclear and warrant further study.

Keyphrases

gestational age
young adults
low birth weight
preterm infants
preterm birth
childhood cancer