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unusual facts about Premature birth



Umbilical line

Generally the UAC/UVC (Umbilical Artery Catheter/Umbilical Vein Catheter) is used in Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU) as it provides quick access to the central circulation of premature infants.


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Charles IV of France

His second wife, Marie of Luxembourg, the daughter of Henry VII, the Holy Roman Emperor, died following a premature birth.

Kenyon Martin

He has served as honorary Ambassador for the March of Dimes Colorado Chapter to raise awareness about premature birth.

Respiratory distress syndrome

Infant respiratory distress syndrome (RDS), which is a complication of premature birth, also known as hyaline membrane disease (HMD)