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A pregnant woman dies every two minutes in the world. This information was given by the World Health Organization i.e. WHO in a report, which told that a pregnant woman lost her life every two minutes during 2023. This figure is shocking, as about 2.60 lakh women died during or later in 2023 at the global level during pregnancy and delivery. However, between 2000 and 2023, there has been a decrease of 40 percent in maternal mortality (Maternal Mortality Ratio – MMR). Let us know why women lose their lives during pregnancy and delivery?
What is maternal death?
According to the WHO, maternal death is the death of a woman who loses her life in 42 days during pregnancy, at the time of delivery or after delivery. These cases belong to pregnancy or management. At the same time, the American College of Obstatocians and Gynecologists (ACOG) also see maternal deaths in many cases by linking the death in the period after one year of pregnancy. Maternal mortality rate (MMR) shows the number of maternal deaths per 1,00,000 living births. Global MMR 197 per 1,00,000 living births in 2023, which was 346 in low -income countries and 10 in high income countries.
What causes pregnant women to lose their lives?
Hemorrhage: Postpartum hemorrhage is the biggest cause of maternal death after delivery. Such cases are found more in developing countries like India-Pakistan. According to WHO, 1,14,000 women died in 1990 due to bleeding, which fell to 47,000 by 2021. However, this is still the main cause of maternal death at global level.
Hypertensive disorders: High blood pressure disorders such as preclampsia and eclampsia are the leading causes of death in pregnant women. These disorders can damage the brain, kidney and other organs.
Mental Health Conditions: Mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety and postpartum depression are the main causes of maternal death. Experts say that there is a need to increase the mental health screening of women after pregnant and delivery.
Infections: Infections such as pregnancy or after delivery are another major cause of maternal death. Inadequate cleaning, lack of skilled health workers and limited access to antibiotics increase this danger.
Cardiovascular Conditions: Heart disease and cardiomyopathy (weak heart muscle) are among the main causes of maternal death. Changes in the body during pregnancy can increase pressure on the heart due to increase in blood amounts.
How can maternal mortality rate reduce?
According to experts, the hazards can be identified and resolved by regular examination during pregnancy. At the same time, the presence of trend doctors during delivery can reduce maternal mortality rate. Problems can be overcome by giving information about the dangers coming to pregnant women and their families.
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