Confidential enquiry into maternal deaths in the Netherlands, 2006–2018

Abstract Introduction To calculate the maternal mortality ratio (MMR) for 2006–2018 in the Netherlands and compare this with 1993–2005, and to describe women’s characteristics, causes of death and improvable factors. Material and Methods We performed a nationwide, cohort study of all maternal deaths between January 1, 2006 and December 31, 2018 reported to the Audit Committee Maternal Mortality and Morbidity. Main outcome measures were the national MMR and causes of death. Results Overall MMR was 6.2 per 100 000 live births, a decrease from 12.1 in 1993–2005 (risk ratio [RR] 0.5). Women with a... Mehr ...