Review
Behavioral Sciences
Claire E. Kelly, Michelle Shaul, Deanne K. Thompson, Rheanna M. Mainzer, Joseph Y. M. Yang, Thijs Dhollander, Jeanie L. Y. Cheong, Terrie E. Inder, Lex W. Doyle, Peter J. Anderson
Summary: Early life experiences, such as very preterm birth, can have long-term effects on brain and cognitive development. This study synthesized previous research on brain structure in adults born very preterm (VP) and found volumetric, morphologic, and microstructural alterations in specific regions of the brain compared to controls. These findings suggest a persisting neurological impact of VP birth, which may provide insights into the development of cognition in high-risk populations.
NEUROSCIENCE AND BIOBEHAVIORAL REVIEWS
(2023)
Review
Behavioral Sciences
Bethan Dean, Lorna Ginnell, James P. Boardman, Sue Fletcher-Watson
Summary: Research suggests that preterm birth can have an impact on social cognitive abilities, with reduced social attention in early life and performance in social cognitive tasks in the preschool years. However, a consistent preterm social phenotype was not identified, and interactive behavior of preterm infants was found to be influenced by factors outside the social cognitive domain, such as attention, language, and socioeconomic status. By combining data from various studies, the role of domain-general skills in future interventions was highlighted.
NEUROSCIENCE AND BIOBEHAVIORAL REVIEWS
(2021)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Eric O. Ohuma, Ann-Beth Moller, Ellen Bradley, Samuel Chakwera, Laith Hussain-Alkhateeb, Alexandra Lewin, Yemisrach B. Okwaraji, Wahyu Retno Mahanani, Emily White Johansson, Tina Lavin, Diana Estevez Fernandez, Giovanna Gatica Dominguez, Ayesha de Costa, Jenny A. Cresswell, Julia Krasevec, Joy E. Lawn, Hannah Blencowe, Jennifer Requejo, Allisyn C. Moran
Summary: This study provides updated global preterm birth rates and trends, with more detailed estimates by gestational age subgroups. The results show no significant change in global preterm birth rates from 2010 to 2020 and highlight the lack of data on preterm births in countries in southern Asia and sub-Saharan Africa, which have a significant burden of preterm births.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Shiqi Lin, Jiajia Li, Xiaojin Yan, Lijun Pei, Xuejun Shang
Summary: This systematic review and meta-analysis examined the association between prenatal maternal pesticide exposure and the risk of preterm birth and length of gestational age. The results indicated that a ten-fold increase in pesticide concentrations may be associated with a higher risk of preterm birth and a shortened gestational age.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Review
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Shahirose Sadrudin Premji, Gianella Santos Pana, Alexander Cuncannon, Paul E. Ronksley, Aliyah Dosani, K. Alix Hayden, Sharifa Lalani, Joseph Wangira Musana, Kiran Shaikh, Ilona S. Yim
Summary: This systematic review examines the association between prenatal allostatic load and preterm birth and finds mixed evidence. The study suggests that factors such as measurement methods and timing of allostatic load, study design, and socio-demographic characteristics may influence this association.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Laura Lacalle, Melissa Liher Martinez-Shaw, Yolanda Marin, Yolanda Sanchez-Sandoval
Summary: This systematic review summarized the empirical evidence on prematurity as a risk factor for cognitive development in school-age children. The study included articles published between 2012 and 2022, focusing on the intelligence quotient (IQ) of preterm children aged 6-12 years. The results showed that premature birth was associated with lower IQ scores compared to full-term children, with perinatal and family variables playing a significant role in cognitive development.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Rachel K. Robinson, Kati Heinonen, Polina Girchenko, Marius Lahti-Pulkkinen, Eero Kajantie, Petteri Hovi, Aulikki Lano, Sture Andersson, Johan G. Eriksson, Dieter Wolke, Sakari Lemola, Katri Raikkonen
Summary: The study found that preterm and term born adults did not differ in optimism, but preterm individuals scored higher in pessimism. Additionally, preterm individuals with higher birth weight may have more optimistic life orientations.
Review
Pediatrics
Blair W. Weikel, Susanne Klawetter, Stephanie L. Bourque, Kathleen E. Hannan, Kristi Roybal, Modi Soondarotok, Marie St Pierre, Yarden S. Fraiman, Sunah S. Hwang
Summary: This article systematically reviews and examines the concordance of different race and ethnicity data collection techniques in perinatal health care literature. It found that there is commonly discordance in infant race and ethnicity data among different collection methods, which leads to inaccurate measurement and reporting of infant morbidity and mortality.
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Philip McHale, Gillian Maudsley, Andy Pennington, Daniela K. Schluter, Ben Barr, Shantini Paranjothy, David Taylor-Robinson
Summary: The study revealed significant socioeconomic inequalities in preterm birth, partly explained by mediators such as maternal smoking and maternal physical health, but there still remained substantial residual disparities in most studies.
Review
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Clara Q. Wu, Kelly Nichols, Matthew Carwana, Nicholas Cormier, Christina Maratta
Summary: This study conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to evaluate the impact of recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL) on the risk of preterm birth (PTB) in subsequent pregnancies. The results showed that women with a history of RPL had significantly higher odds of delivering preterm infants in subsequent pregnancies, and the risk of PTB increased with the number of pregnancy losses.
FERTILITY AND STERILITY
(2022)
Review
Pediatrics
Megan Dibble, Jin Zhe Ang, Liam Mariga, Eleanor J. Molloy, Arun L. W. Bokde
Summary: White matter abnormalities, as measured by diffusion tensor imaging, are more significant in very preterm infants compared to moderate-late preterm infants and full-term controls at term-equivalent age. These microstructural changes may contribute to the increased risk of neurodevelopmental disability in preterm infants later in life, making diffusion tensor imaging a potentially useful prognostic tool.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Qi Zhong, Hui-li Liu, Hong Fu, Qin-shan Niu, Hua-bing Wu, Fen Huang
Summary: The evidence on the relationship between prenatal phthalates exposure and preterm birth is uncertain, with most associations not being statistically significant. Heterogeneity was mainly found in studies conducted in China and matrix collected at the first trimester of pregnancy. A multicenter cohort study with a consistent approach is recommended to unravel the complex associations of prenatal phthalates exposure with birth outcomes.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Kristen M. Rappazzo, Jennifer L. Nichols, R. Byron Rice, Thomas J. Luben
Summary: This systematic review summarized epidemiologic studies on the relationship between ozone exposure during early pregnancy and preterm birth. Results showed that increased ozone exposure during early pregnancy is associated with preterm birth across studies, with high heterogeneity observed in effect estimates for both exposure periods.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Christine Strand Bachmann, Kari Risnes, Johan Hakon Bjorngaard, Jorun Schei, Kristine Pape
Summary: The study revealed that individuals born preterm have a higher rate of prescription of psychotropic drugs during adolescence and young adulthood. The risk of mental health impairment is increased in individuals born preterm, and this risk is not limited to the most preterm groups.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Amaro Ferreira, Joao Bernardes, Hernani Goncalves
Summary: Nowadays, the stratification and prediction of preterm birth (PTB) remain a challenge. Many risk factors associated with PTB have been identified and risk scoring systems (RSSs) have been developed. This systematic review aimed to identify RSSs for PTB, the variables they consist of, and their performance. Despite recent advancements in understanding PTB-related variables, the ability of RSSs to predict PTB remains poor in most situations.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Alexis C. Edwards, Sara Larsson Lonn, Casey Crump, Eve K. Moscicki, Jan Sundquist, Kenneth S. Kendler, Kristina Sundquist
Summary: Oral contraceptive use may increase the risk of suicidal behavior among young women, but the risk decreases with increased duration of use. Analysis of former users suggests that women susceptible to depression/anxiety are more likely to cease hormonal contraceptive use. Additional studies are necessary to determine whether the observed association is attributable to a causal mechanism.
PSYCHOLOGICAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Editorial Material
Medicine, General & Internal
Casey Crump
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Casey Crump, Jan Sundquist, Kenneth S. Kendler, Alexis C. Edwards, Kristina Sundquist
Summary: This study found that preterm birth in females and low fetal growth in males and females were associated with increased risks of suicide death in adulthood. However, these associations appeared to be non-causal and related to shared genetic or prenatal environmental factors within families.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF EPIDEMIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Substance Abuse
Alexis C. Edwards, Henrik Ohlsson, Eve Moscicki, Casey Crump, Jan Sundquist, Kenneth S. Kendler, Kristina Sundquist
Summary: The study found a strong association between alcohol use disorder (AUD) and suicide attempts, with a greater impact on women than men, although the association weakened after adjusting for sociodemographic factors and psychiatric comorbidity.
Article
Oncology
Disa Dahlman, Xinjun Li, Casey Crump, Jan Sundquist, Kristina Sundquist
Summary: The study found that men with DUD have a slightly increased risk of incident prostate cancer, but a significantly higher risk of fatal prostate cancer. However, there was no association between DUD and prostate cancer stage at diagnosis.
CANCER CAUSES & CONTROL
(2022)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Casey Crump, Jan Sundquist, Mary Ann McLaughlin, Siobhan M. Dolan, Weiva Sieh, Kristina Sundquist
Summary: Women who deliver preterm have increased future risks of heart failure, with preterm and early term delivery associated with significantly higher hazards in the next 10 years compared to full-term delivery. These risks persist for up to 40 years and are not explained by shared familial factors. Preterm and early term delivery should be recognized as lifelong risk factors for heart failure.
EUROPEAN HEART JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Alexis C. Edwards, Henrik Ohlsson, Severine Lannoy, Mallory Stephenson, Casey Crump, Jan Sundquist, Kristina Sundquist, Kenneth S. Kendler
Summary: This study used Swedish national registry data to analyze a large cohort of twins and siblings and found genetic and environmental correlations between suicidal behavior and substance use disorders. The findings suggest that suicidal behavior and substance use disorders should be considered indicators of risk for each other. Despite the polygenic nature, joint prevention and intervention are feasible based on moderate environmental correlations.
PSYCHOLOGICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Casey Crump, Jan Sundquist, Kristina Sundquist
Summary: The study found a significant association between preterm delivery and future risk of chronic hypertension in women, with elevated risks remaining at least 40 years later and largely independent of other maternal and shared familial factors. Preterm delivery should be recognized as a lifelong risk factor for hypertension in women.
Article
Respiratory System
Casey Crump, Jan Sundquist, Kristina Sundquist
Summary: This study aimed to determine the asthma risks in individuals born at different gestational ages and found a significant association between preterm birth and higher asthma risks from infancy to mid-adulthood.
Article
Psychiatry
Alexis C. Edwards, Henrik Ohlsson, Eve K. Moscicki, Jan Sundquist, Casey Crump, Kenneth S. Kendler, Kristina Sundquist
Summary: This study examined the genetic liability and psychopathology differences between suicide deaths and undetermined intent deaths. The findings suggest that there are small aggregate genetic differences between these two groups, especially when accounting for psychiatric comorbidity. However, in some cases, statistically significant differences were still observed. These results indicate that different analytical approaches may be necessary when studying undetermined intent deaths. Further replication in other samples and the use of molecular genetic data are needed to confirm these findings.
SUICIDE AND LIFE-THREATENING BEHAVIOR
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Alexis C. Edwards, Henrik Ohlsson, Jan Sundquist, Casey Crump, Eve Moscicki, Kristina Sundquist, Kenneth S. Kendler
Summary: This study used Swedish registry data to examine the relationship between substance use disorders (SUDs) and suicide death. The findings suggest that individuals with SUDs, particularly those with AUD, opiates, sedatives, and multiple substance use, have a higher risk of suicide death. The impact of SUDs is further exacerbated by higher levels of genetic liability to suicide death and younger age at index suicide attempt.
PSYCHOLOGICAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Casey Crump, Jan Sundquist, Mary Ann McLaughlin, Siobhan M. Dolan, Usha Govindarajulu, Weiva Sieh, Kristina Sundquist
Summary: This study examined the associations between five major adverse pregnancy outcomes and the long-term risks of ischemic heart disease in mothers. The findings suggest that women who experience adverse pregnancy outcomes should be considered for early preventive evaluation and long-term risk reduction to prevent the development of ischemic heart disease.
BMJ-BRITISH MEDICAL JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Per Wandell, Xinjun Li, Nouha Saleh Stattin, Axel C. Carlsson, Jan Sundquist, Casey Crump, Kristina Sundquist
Summary: This study suggests that second-generation immigrant women have an increased risk of gestational diabetes, particularly those with parents from Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe, and Denmark. Diabetes prevention and treatment are crucial for these women before and during pregnancy.
NUTRITION METABOLISM AND CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Casey Crump, Jan Sundquist, Kristina Sundquist
Summary: This study aimed to examine the risks of ADHD in preterm and early term birth survivors and found that both preterm and early term birth were associated with increased risks of ADHD in males and females, independently of other covariates and shared familial factors.
ANNALS OF EPIDEMIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Casey Crump, Par Stattin, James D. Brooks, Jan Sundquist, Alexis C. Edwards, Weiva Sieh, Kristina Sundquist
Summary: This study conducted in Sweden found that men with prostate cancer are more likely to have risks of alcohol use disorder and drug use disorders. Especially high-risk prostate cancer patients and those only treated with androgen-deprivation therapy have the highest risks. This suggests that prostate cancer survivors need long-term psychosocial support and timely detection and treatment of alcohol use disorder and drug use disorders.
JNCI CANCER SPECTRUM
(2023)