Factors for Preterm Births in Germany - An Analysis of Representative German Data (KiGGS).

ABSTRACT: Introduction: Preterm birth is a global scourge, the leading cause of perinatal mortality and morbidity. This study set out to identify the principal risk factors for preterm birth, based on the German Health Interview and Examination Survey for Children and Adolescents (KiGGS). A range of possible factors influencing preterm birth were selected for inclusion in the questionnaire, covering factors such as gender, national origin, immigrant background, demography, living standard, family structure, parental education and vocational training. Methods: All data were taken from the aforementioned KiGGS survey conducted between 2003 and 2006. A total of 17 641 children and adolescents (8656 girls and 8985 boys) drawn from 167 German towns and municipalities deemed to be representa

SUBMITTER: Weichert A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4554493 | biostudies-literature | 2015 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature