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[Maternal death in Iceland 1976-2015].

Hera Birgisdottir¹, Thor Aspelund², Reynir Tomas Geirsson³

¹The Healthcare Institution of North Iceland Sauðárkróki.

|March 1, 2023

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Maternal mortality in Iceland is very low, with rates decreasing over 40 years. Most deaths were indirect or coincidental, highlighting the need for better support for at-risk pregnant women.

Keywords:

maternal death maternal mortality morbidity mortality pregnancy pregnancy complications

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Area of Science:

Obstetrics and Gynecology
Public Health
Epidemiology

Context:

Maternal deaths serve as an indicator of societal support systems for pregnancy and childbirth.
Understanding trends in maternal mortality is crucial for public health initiatives.
Icelandic maternal mortality data provides a unique, long-term perspective.

Purpose:

To survey and classify maternal mortality in Iceland over a 40-year period (1976-2015).
To analyze changes in maternal mortality rates and causes using international guidelines.
To identify trends and risk factors associated with maternal deaths.

Summary:

Over 40 years, 48 maternal deaths occurred among 172,369 births in Iceland.
The overall maternal mortality ratio was 27.8 per 100,000 births, with 14 direct/indirect deaths within 42 days (MMR 8.1/100,000).
Causes included severe preeclampsia, pulmonary embolism, choriocarcinoma, cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular conditions, and suicide; no deaths from hemorrhage or anesthesia.

Impact:

Icelandic maternal mortality rates are among the lowest globally.
Findings underscore the importance of addressing indirect and coincidental causes of maternal death.
Highlights the need for targeted support for at-risk populations and continued focus on maternal health outcomes.