ArticleBMJ public health2026
Neurodevelopmental risks of late-preterm and early-term births: a population-based study from Finland.
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Background: Being born late-preterm and early-term is a known risk factor for neurodevelopmental disorders; however, most studies have focused on intellectual disabilities (ID), autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), with limited attention to diagnostically distinct disorders of communication or motor development. It remains unclear whether these associations are directly attributed to earlier birth or confounded by shared genetic and environmental factors. Method: This population-based cohort study included over 1 million singleton children born between 34 Results: Of the cohort, 2.0% were born at 34 Conclusion: Being born late-preterm and early-term is associated with higher risks of neurodevelopmental disorders. These groups have traditionally received less attention, often being considered at low risk. Our findings underscore the importance of recognising that even late-preterm and early-term births carry measurable neurodevelopmental risk. Promoting longer gestation may support more optimal neurodevelopmental outcomes.
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