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The Prevention of Preterm Birth

Preterm birth is a major concern in Thailand because the rate of preterm births is about 12% of all births. Preterm babies are at increased risk of death, disability or complications. During prenatal care, the cervical length is measured by transvaginal ultrasound between 18-24 weeks of pregnancy. When the cervical length is less than 2.5 cm, women face the probability of preterm delivery. We can prevent this by giving natural progesterone to at-risk pregnant women. A follow-up examination is then made to determine any cervical length shortening and other possible complications. In the case of a short cervical length, management techniques include using a silicone pessary (made from body friendly silicone) which is placed around the cervix transvaginally, or tightening the cervix with a stitch (cervical cerclage). With the 3P Concept initiated by the Preterm Prevention Clinic, the risk of preterm birth is reduced by 50% (compared to the WHO’s target). Learn more about the Preterm Prevention Clinic: https://www.samitivejhospitals.com/en... Associate Professor Boonsri Chanrachakul, M.D., Ph.D., OB/GYN, specializing in maternal and fetal medicine, is Head doctor at this clinic. See some of his publications below. Click here to book a consultation: https://www.samitivejhospitals.com/en... Publications by Associate Professor Boonsri Chanrachakul, M.D., Ph.D., OB/GYN: http://obgyn.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/...