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Perinatal mortality in Belgium.

P De Wals1, F Bertrand, M Verlinden

  • 1Département d'Epidémiologie, Université Catholique de Louvain, Bruxelles, Belgium.

Biology of the Neonate
|January 1, 1989
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Perinatal mortality in Belgium remains high despite decreases, with social and geographic disparities persisting. Further analysis using diverse data sources is crucial for understanding and reducing infant deaths.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Demography
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Perinatal mortality rates in Belgium exceed those in Western Europe, despite a notable decline between 1956 and 1984.
  • Persistent social inequalities and geographic variations in perinatal mortality exist, challenging existing welfare and healthcare access policies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the causes of perinatal mortality in Belgium.
  • To identify areas for further reduction in perinatal mortality.
  • To highlight the need for improved data analysis methods.

Main Methods:

  • Descriptive analysis of perinatal mortality data.
  • Examination of death causes.
  • Review of existing social welfare and health service policies.

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Main Results:

  • Further reductions in perinatal mortality are considered feasible.
  • Social inequalities and geographic variations remain significant challenges.
  • Current studies rely heavily on birth and infant death certificates.

Conclusions:

  • Despite policy efforts, social and geographic disparities in perinatal mortality persist.
  • Alternative data sources are needed for a more precise understanding of mortality determinants.
  • Evaluating the impact of social and health services requires more comprehensive data analysis.