Tendencia y causas de la mortalidad materna en Chile de 1990 a 2018

Abstract

Trends and causes of maternal deaths from 1990 to 2018 Background: Previous studies have shown a decrease in the maternal mortality (MM) rates in Chile, with a trend towards stability since 2001. However, some of its associated causes such as high blood pressure, obesity, or maternal age, have increased in the last years. Aim: To describe the trend and characteristics of MM in Chile between 1990 and 2018. Material and Methods: MM rates were calculated using death records available