METHODS FOR TREATING AND DIAGNOSING COMPLICATIONS OF PREMATURE BIRTH

摘要

Methods and compositions for treating and/or preventing complications of preterm birth are provided. The methods involve administration of 2-methoxyestradiol, or an analog thereof, to a subject. Also provided are methods for diagnosing or predicting complications of preterm birth. The methods involve detection of 2- methoxyestradiol, or a precursor or metabolite thereof.