ArticleBMC pregnancy and childbirth2018
The Preterm Clinical Network (PCN) Database: a web-based systematic method of collecting data on the care of women at risk of preterm birth.
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- The use of specialised preterm birth clinics for women at high risk of spontaneous preterm birth: a systematic review.BMC pregnancy and childbirth · 2020Pooled it
- Risk of recurrent spontaneous preterm birth following preterm full dilatation cesarean delivery.Acta obstetricia et gynecologica Scandinavica · 2026Article
- ABOVE: cerclage after caesarean: protocol for a randomised controlled trial to assess the optimal preventative management for preterm birth secondary to caesarean section damage.BMC pregnancy and childbirth · 2026Article
- Preconceptual care reduces risk of spontaneous preterm birth for select high-risk populations: A prospective study.International journal of gynaecology and obstetrics: the official organ of the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics · 2026Article
- NeoVault: empowering neonatal research through a neonate data hub.BMC pediatrics · 2024Article
- Outcomes following elective cerclage versus ultrasound surveillance in women with one prior preterm event.European journal of obstetrics, gynecology, and reproductive biology · 2023Article
- Prior term delivery increases risk of subsequent recurrent preterm birth: An unexpected finding.The Australian & New Zealand journal of obstetrics & gynaecology · 2022Article
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backgroundDespite much research effort, there is a paucity of conclusive evidence in the field of preterm birth prediction and prevention. The methods of monitoring and prevention strategies offered to women at risk vary considerably around the UK and depend on local maternity care provision. It is becoming increasingly recognised that this experience and knowledge, if captured on a larger scale, could be a utilized as a valuable source of evidence for others. The UK Preterm Clinical Network (UKPCN) was established with the aim of improving care and outcomes for women at risk of preterm birth through the sharing of a wealth of experience and knowledge, as well as the building of clinical and research collaboration. The design and development of a bespoke internet-based database was fundamental to achieving this aim.
methodFollowing consultation with UKPCN members and agreement on a minimal dataset, the Preterm Clinical Network (PCN) Database was constructed to collect data from women at risk of preterm birth and their children. Information Governance and research ethics committee approval was given for the storage of historical as well as prospectively collected data. Collaborating centres have instant access to their own records, while use of pooled data is governed by the PCN Database Access Committee. Applications are welcomed from UKPCN members and other established research groups. The results of investigations using the data are expected to provide insights into the effectiveness of current surveillance practices and preterm birth interventions on a national and international scale, as well as the generation of ideas for innovation and research. To date, 31 sites are registered as Data Collection Centres, four of which are outside the UK.
conclusionThis paper outlines the aims of the PCN Database along with the development process undertaken from the initial idea to live launch.
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