Risk factors for preterm, low birth weight and small for gestational age birth in urban Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women in Townsville
- Panaretto, Katie
- Lee, Heather
- Mitchell, Melvina
- Larkins, Sarah
- Manessis, Vivienne
- Buttner, Petra
- Watson, David
DOIAbstract
Objectives: To assess the characteristics of Indigenous births and to examine the risk factors for preterm (<37 weeks), low birth weight (<2,500 g) and small for gestational age (SGA) births in a remote urban setting. Design: Prospective cohort of singleton births to women attending Townsville Aboriginal and Islander Health Services (TAIHS) for shared antenatal care between 1 January 2000 and 31 December 2003. Main outcome measures: Demographic, obstetric, and antenatal care characteristics are described. Risk factors for preterm birth, low birth weight and SGA births are assessed. Results: The mean age of the mothers was 25.0 years (95% Cl 24.5–25.5), 15.8% reported hazardous or harmful alcohol use, 15.1% domestic violence, 30% ha...
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