Pretermer

Quick meaning: Pretermer is a noun meaning Synonym of preemie (“baby born prematurely”).

Meaning

Synonym of preemie (“baby born prematurely”).

Example Sentences

This particular subject will not be discussed in detail in this text because, as mentioned above, we are concerned here with the normal, and "pretermers" are certainly not the normal.

There is increasing evidence that 'late pretermers' (34–37 weeks' GA) have increased risk of developmental and behavioral problems, but any effect of human milk fortification in this group has not been extensively studied.

Though such signs may be a sign that something's wrong in full-term babies, they're usually nothing to worry about in pretermers. (Still, they should be evaluated by the doctor, and physical therapy should be begun if necessary.)

Word Forms

• pretermers

Synonyms for pretermer

Depending on context, synonyms include preemie.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include premature, preterm, prem, preemie, premmie, prematurity.

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