Preterm birth leaves its mark in the functional networks of the brain

(University of Helsinki) Researchers at the University of Helsinki and the Helsinki University Hospital, Finland, have proven that premature birth has a significant and, at the same time, a very selective effect on the functional networks of a child's brain. The effects can primarily be seen in the frontal lobe, which is significant for cognitive functions.
Source: EurekAlert! - Social and Behavioral Science - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news