Neonatal and Early Childhood Outcomes of Twin and Singleton Infants Born Preterm

Evaluating the Impact of Maternal Exposure to Ozone on Twin Fetal Growth in China

“…6 Likewise, multiple epidemiological studies suggested a linkage between prenatal ozone exposure and low birth weight, 7,8 but these studies focused solely on singleton infants, leaving a dearth of evidence for twin births. Twin pregnancies carry a greater risk of complications (such as preeclampsia, growth restriction, and premature labor), perinatal mortality, and longterm morbidity than singleton pregnancies; 9 impacts of ozone exposure on the growth and development of twin fetuses. Fetal growth is an important determinant of perinatal and lifelong health.…”