perinatal_death_rates_flashcards
1
Q
How is the perinatal mortality rate defined?
A
Stillbirths + early neonatal deaths (within 7 days) per 1,000 births after 24 weeks gestation.
2
Q
What is the approximate perinatal mortality rate in the UK?
A
Around 6 per 1,000.
3
Q
What is the breakdown of stillbirths and early neonatal deaths in the UK perinatal mortality rate?
A
Around 4 per 1,000 stillbirths and 2 per 1,000 early neonatal deaths.
4
Q
How is the maternal mortality rate calculated?
A
Deaths in pregnancy, labour & 6 weeks afterwards / total maternities * 1000.
5
Q
How is the stillbirth rate calculated?
A
Babies born dead after 24 weeks / total births (live + stillborn) * 1000.
6
Q
How is the neonatal death rate calculated?
A
Babies dying between 0-28 days / total live births * 1000.
