Mediators of socioeconomic inequalities in preterm birth: a systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Rates of preterm birth are substantial with significant inequalities. Understanding the role of risk factors on the pathway from maternal socioeconomic status (SES) to preterm birth can help inform interventions and policy. This study therefore aimed to identify mediators of the relationship between maternal SES and preterm birth, assess the strength of evidence, and evaluate the quality of methods used to assess mediation.

Methods

Using Scopus, Medline OVID, "Medline In Process & Other Non-Indexed Citation", PsycINFO, and Social Science Citation Index (via Web of Science), search terms combined variations on mediation, socioeconomic status, and preterm birth. Citation and advanced Google searches supplemented this. Inclusion criteria guided screening and selectio

SUBMITTER: McHale P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9172189 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature