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[Infant and neonatal mortality and its forecasting].
J Cernay1, M Rusnák, K Abelovská
1I. detská klinika DFN, Bratislava.
Ceskoslovenska Pediatrie
|August 1, 1990
Summary
This study analyzes infant and neonatal mortality trends in Slovakia from 1972-1989. Findings reveal significant regional differences, prompting discussion on potential causes and future projections.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Demography
- Epidemiology
Context:
- Analysis of Slovak Republic health care indicators.
- Focus on infant and neonatal mortality rates.
- Utilizes time series data from 1972 to 1989 across all Slovak districts.
Purpose:
- To identify and analyze trends in infant and neonatal mortality in Slovakia.
- To extrapolate mortality trends and estimate future rates for 1995 and 2005.
- To investigate and discuss regional disparities in mortality data.
Summary:
- Employs simple trend analysis on mortality time series data (1972-1989).
- Calculates extrapolated trends for each district, providing estimates for 1995 and 2005.
- Highlights and discusses the causes behind observed inter-district variations.
Impact:
- Informs public health strategies by identifying regional health disparities.
- Provides data for future health planning and resource allocation.
- Emphasizes cautious interpretation of extrapolated mortality data.