What are the cardiovascular health risks associated with preterm delivery? 
Preterm delivery is associated with an increased risk of future cardiovascular disease in young and middle-aged adult women. This risk has been demonstrated in studies such as Tanz et al. (2017), which found that preterm delivery increases the risk of maternal cardiovascular disease (CVD). Additionally, Wu et al. (2017) conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of studies looking at the relationship between preeclampsia and future cardiovascular health, finding that preeclampsia was associated with an increased risk of CVD. This suggests that preterm delivery may be an independent risk factor for CVD in women.  