
India contributes one-fifth of the global burden of absolute maternal deaths; however, it has experienced an estimated 4.7% annual decline in maternal mortality ratio (MMR) [1], [2], and 3.5% annual increase in skilled birth attendance since 1990 [1], [3]. While not on track to meet Millennium Development Goal number 5, India is making progress in reducing maternal mortality [2].
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The Effect of Health-Facility Admission and Skilled Birth Attendant Coverage on Maternal Survival in India
Maternal mortality in India has declined over the last twenty years, though it continues to represent 20% of the absolute number of 285 000 maternal deaths globally [1], [2]. Earlier studies have demonstrated an inverse relationship between the maternal mortality ratio (MMR) and skilled birth attendant coverage, either within-country over time or…
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