Infection Causes Many Preterm Births Also Linked to Neurodevelopmental Risks, Study Confirms

117 Overall, chorioamnionitis occurs in 1% to 5% of pregnancies. It can be caused by multiple strains of bacteria including E. coli and Group B strep. Infants born prematurely after exposure to moderate to severe histologic chorioamnionitis (HCA) show higher rates of motor, cognitive, and language impairments, according to a large new study. Preterm birth … Continue reading Infection Causes Many Preterm Births Also Linked to Neurodevelopmental Risks, Study Confirms