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Original Article

Timing of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor use and risk for preterm birth and related adverse events: with a consideration of the COVID-19 pandemic period

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Article: 2313364 | Received 30 Aug 2023, Accepted 29 Jan 2024, Published online: 11 Feb 2024

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