Journal of paediatrics and child health
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J Paediatr Child Health · Mar 2004
Trends in place of birth for preterm infants in New South Wales, 1992-2001.
To examine trends in preterm births, especially those less than 33 weeks gestation, occurring in perinatal centres in New South Wales (NSW) from 1992 to 2001. ⋯ Progress has been made towards the National Health and Medical Research Council guideline that births less than 33 weeks gestation occur in perinatal centres. Preterm births are increasing, creating greater demands for neonatal intensive care unit care and ventilation services.