synÂ·theÂ·size (sÄ­nâ²thÄ­-sÄ«zâ²) v. synÂ·theÂ·sized, synÂ·theÂ·sizÂ·ing, synÂ·theÂ·sizÂ·es v.tr. 1. To combine so as to form a new, complex product: His works synthesize photography, painting and linguistic devices (Paul Taylor). 2. To form or produce by chemical synthesis. 3. To produce (sound or music) by means of a synthesizer. v.intr. To form a synthesis.
There are a number of other risk factors for premature labour and delivery. Some of these risks, such as anemia, slow maternal weight gain, stressful work habits, smoking, drinking alcohol, and using drugs like cocaine, can be rectified during pregnancy.
This type of preterm birth can result from a number of causes, such as infection or inflammation, although the cause of spontaneous preterm labor and delivery is usually not known. A history of delivering preterm is one of the strongest predictors for subsequent preterm births. Medically indicated preterm birth.