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Spatial Analysis Of Preterm Birth Demonstrates Opportunities For Targeted Intervention, A. South, D. Jones, E. Hall, S. Hyo, J. Meinzen-Derr, L. Liu, James Greenberg
Spatial Analysis Of Preterm Birth Demonstrates Opportunities For Targeted Intervention, A. South, D. Jones, E. Hall, S. Hyo, J. Meinzen-Derr, L. Liu, James Greenberg
David E. Jones
To develop a specific, targeted intervention strategy for reducing preterm birth through use of geo- graphic analysis. We utilized Hamilton County, Ohio vital records and Census data from 2003 to 2006. Spatial scan- ning statistics allowed determination of the prevalence of preterm birth for any geographical point. Attributable risk calculations demonstrated heterogeneity of risk factors within areas of high or low preterm birth prevalence. Three geographically separate areas with high preterm birth proportions ([16%) had differing primary risk factors for preterm birth, including short interpregnancy interval, previous preterm birth, and low prepregnancy weight, despite similarities in demographics and …