Optimizing Outcomes for “Preemies”
NICHD research on the causes of preterm labor and birth strives to identify preventive methods and improve care for infants born too early.Featured
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Diana W. Bianchi, M.D.
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Within NIH, NICHD leads research focused on women’s health “below the belt.” This includes addressing a spectrum of gynecological and reproductive health issues, from endometriosis to pelvic floor disorders.
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