Temporal patterns of cocaine use in pregnancy. Perinatal outcome (original) (raw)

This study examines the effects of cocaine use during pregnancy on perinatal outcomes among seventy-five cocaine-using women compared to a matched control group. Pregnant women were divided into two groups based on their cocaine use patterns; those who used only in the first trimester showed outcomes similar to non-users, while those who used cocaine throughout pregnancy faced significantly increased risks of preterm delivery and other complications. The findings highlight the necessity for specific interventions targeting cocaine use in pregnancy to improve maternal and infant health.