Preterm birth affects over 10% of all births globally, often leading to serious health problems for both mother and child. This is a succinct practical guide to how best to monitor and prevent preterm birth and to organize services for this patient population.

Andrew Shennan OBE, MBBS, MD, FRCOG is Professor of Obstetrics and Clinical Director, South London Clinical Research Network, Department of Women and Children’s Health, School of Life Course Sciences, Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine, at King’s College London, UK

Natalie Suff BSc, MBBCh, PhD is Clinical Lecturer, Department of Women and Children’s Health, School of Life Course Sciences, Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine, at King’s College London, UK