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Lithium Use in Pregnancy: Balancing Risks of Spontaneous Preterm Birth, Cardiac Malformations, and Fetal Growth
By MedXY|Jul 11, 2026
A statewide Australian cohort study reveals lithium exposure during pregnancy doubles risk of spontaneous preterm birth and raises risks of cardiac malformations and large-for-gestational-age infants, informing clinical decision-making.
