How can I make informed decisions about my extremely premature infant?

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Author: Debby Golonka, MPHLast Updated: May 8, 2007
Medical Review: Michael J. Sexton, MD - Pediatrics
Jennifer Merchant, MD - Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine

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