Maternal mortality

Maternal Mortality

Maternal mortality (pronunciation: məˈtərnəl mɔːrˈtalɪti) refers to the death of a woman during pregnancy, childbirth, or within 42 days of termination of pregnancy, irrespective of the duration and site of the pregnancy, from any cause related to or aggravated by the pregnancy or its management, but not from accidental or incidental causes.

Etymology

The term "maternal" is derived from the Latin word "mater" meaning mother, and "mortality" comes from the Latin word "mortalitas" meaning death.

Related Terms

Pregnancy: The state of carrying a developing embryo or fetus within the female body.
Childbirth: The process of delivering a baby and the placenta, membranes, and umbilical cord from the uterus to the vagina to the outside world.
Postpartum period: The period beginning immediately after the birth of a child and extending for about six weeks.
Obstetric complications: Complications that occur during pregnancy, childbirth, or shortly after delivery.
Prenatal care: Medical and nursing care recommended for women during pregnancy.
Postnatal care: Care provided to the mother and her newborn baby immediately after the birth and for the first six weeks of life.

Causes

Maternal mortality can be caused by several factors including obstetric complications, lack of access to quality prenatal care, and inadequate postnatal care. Other contributing factors can include age, general health, and socioeconomic status.

Prevention

Prevention strategies for maternal mortality include improving access to quality prenatal and postnatal care, educating women about the signs and symptoms of complications, and improving overall women's health.

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