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Mo Med
; 100(2): 148-52, 2003.
Artigo
em Inglês
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-12710167
RESUMO
Teen-age pregnancy constitutes a high-risk factor for prematurity, low birth weight, intrauterine growth retardation, infant mortality, and later health, behavioral, developmental, and educational disadvantages. A case-controlled study was performed to evaluate the influence of the Teen-age Parent Center on pregnancy outcomes. Improved outcomes were identified for low-birth-weight rate, high school graduation rate, smoking during pregnancy, and prenatal care. These results indicate that a comprehensive, school-based program can enhance perinatal outcomes.