Asthma and atopic dermatitis after early ‐, late‐, and post‐term birth

ConclusionsEarly‐term birth was a predictor of asthma, and PT birth was associated with atopic dermatitis. Counseling against smoking and following strict indications for planned ET deliveries and cesarean sections may be means to reduce the risk of later asthma.

Source: Pediatric Pulmonology - January 5, 2018 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: P äivi Korhonen, Paula Haataja, Riitta Ojala, Mikko Hirvonen, Matti Korppi, Marita Paassilta, Jukka Uotila, Mika Gissler, Tiina Luukkaala, Outi Tammela Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE: ASTHMA Source Type: research