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Maternal mortality in Greece (1980-1996)
C Dimitrakakis1, J Papadogiannakis, G Sakelaropoulos
1Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, School of Medicine, University of Athens, Alexandra Hospital, 80 Vassilisis Sophias Avenue, 11528 Athens, Greece. adroniki@hellasnet.gr
European Journal of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Biology
|October 18, 2001
Summary
Maternal mortality in Greece significantly decreased from 1980-1996, with age being a key risk factor. Improved data recording is crucial for targeted interventions to further reduce maternal deaths.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Demography
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Maternal mortality remains a significant global health concern.
- Understanding trends and risk factors is essential for effective public health strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze maternal mortality trends in Greece from 1980 to 1996.
- To identify key risk factors associated with maternal deaths in the Greek population.
Main Methods:
- Utilized data from the National Statistical Service of Greece.
- Examined maternal deaths by cause, residency (urban/rural), and maternal age.
- Calculated the maternal mortality ratio (MMR) per 100,000 live births.
Main Results:
- A total of 136 maternal deaths were recorded (MMR: 7) between 1980 and 1996.
- Significant decrease in maternal mortality rates observed over the study period.
- Six primary causes accounted for 80% of maternal deaths; mortality increased with maternal age.
Conclusions:
- Overall maternal mortality rates in Greece have substantially declined.
- Enhanced recording of maternal deaths is necessary to identify preventable factors.
- Targeted interventions are needed to further reduce maternal mortality and improve outcomes.