An option for measuring maternal mortality in developing countries: a survey using community informants

• Main Authors: Anggondowati Trisari (Author), Pambudi Eko (Author), Witten Karen H (Author), Achadi Endang L (Author), Braunholtz David (Author), Qomariyah Siti (Author), Latief Kamaluddin (Author), Graham Wendy J (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2010-11-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The maternal mortality ratio (MMR) remains high in most developing countries. Local, recent estimates of MMR are needed to motivate policymakers and evaluate interventions. But, estimating MMR, in the absence of vital registration sy...