A prospective study of maternal, fetal and neonatal deaths in low- and middle-income countries

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Authors

Sarah Saleem · Aga Khan University

Elizabeth M. McClure

Shivaprasad S. Goudar · KLE University

Archana Patel · Lata Medical Research Foundation

Fabian Esamai · Moi University

Ana Garcés · Universidad Francisco Marroquín

Elwyn Chomba · University of Zambia

Abstract

Most maternal, fetal and neonatal deaths occurred at or around delivery and were attributed to preventable causes. Maternal death increased the risk of perinatal and neonatal death. Improving obstetric and neonatal care around the time of birth offers the greatest chance of reducing mortality.

Topics & Keywords

Global Maternal and Child Health Maternal and Neonatal Healthcare Maternal and fetal healthcare

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Bulletin of the World Health Organization

Volume 92, Issue 8, pp. 605-612

DOI: 10.2471/blt.13.127464

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