Maternal mortality and morbidity

2016 ◽  
Author(s):  
Suni Halder ◽  
Steve Yentis
Keyword(s):  
Maternal Mortality ◽  
Women’S Health ◽  
Women's Health ◽  
Maternal Mortality Ratio ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Surveillance Systems ◽  
Maternal Deaths ◽  
Live Births ◽  
The World ◽  
Mortality Ratio

The risk to women’s health is increased during pregnancy, and maternal mortality is used as an indicator of general healthcare provision as well as a target for improving women’s health worldwide. Morbidity is more difficult to define than mortality but may also be used to monitor and improve women’s care during and after pregnancy. Despite international efforts to reduce maternal mortality, there remains a wide disparity between the rate of deaths in developed (maternal mortality ratio less than 10–20 per 100,000 live births) and developing (maternal mortality ratio as high as 1000 or more per 100,000 live births in some countries) areas of the world. Similarly, treatable conditions that cause considerable morbidity in developed countries but uncommonly result in maternal death (e.g. pre-eclampsia (pre-eclamptic toxaemia), haemorrhage, and sepsis) continue to be major causes of mortality in developing countries, where appropriate care is hampered by a lack of resources, skilled staff, education, and infrastructure. Surveillance systems that identify and analyse maternal deaths aim to monitor and improve maternal healthcare through education of staff and politicians; the longest-running and most comprehensive of these, the Confidential Enquiries into Maternal Deaths in the United Kingdom, was halted temporarily after the 2006–2008 report but is now active again. Surveillance of maternal morbidity is more difficult but systems also exist for this. The lessons learnt from such programmes are thought to be important drivers for improved maternal outcomes across the world.

scholarly journals Two year review of maternal mortality at a tertiary care hospital of GMERS, Valsad, Gujarat, India

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (6) ◽  
pp. 2283
Author(s):  
Darshna M. Patel ◽  
Mahesh M. Patel ◽  
Vandita K. Salat
Keyword(s):  
Mortality Rate ◽  
Maternal Mortality ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Maternal Mortality Ratio ◽  
Care Hospital ◽  
Maternal Deaths ◽  
Maternal Mortality Rate ◽  
Live Births ◽  
Mortality Ratio

Background: According to the WHO, 80 of maternal deaths in developing countries are due to direct maternal causes such as haemorrhage, hypertensive disorders and sepsis. These deaths are largely preventable. Maternal mortality ratio (MMR) in India is 167/100,000 live births.Methods: This retrospective observational study was conducted at GMERS, Valsad. Data regarding maternal deaths from January 2016 to December 2017 were collected and analyzed with respect to epidemiological parameters. The number of live births in the same period was obtained from the labour ward ragister. Maternal mortality rate and Mean maternal mortality ratio for the study period was calculated.Results: The mean Maternal mortality rate in the study period was 413.3/100,000 births. The maternal mortality ratio (MMR) in India is 167/100,000 live births. More than half of maternal deaths were reported in multiparous patients. More maternal deaths were observed in women from rural areas (67.3%), unbooked patients (73.3%) and illiterate women (65.3%). Thirty six (69.3%) maternal death occurred during postpartum period. Most common delay was first delay (60.0%) followed by second delay (40.0%). Postpartum haemorrhage (28.8%), preeclampsia (17.3%), sepsis (13.46%) were the major direct causes of maternal deaths. Indirect causes accounted for one third of maternal deaths in our study. Anemia, hepatitis and heart disease were responsible for 13.4%, 5.7%, and 1.9% of maternal deaths, respectively.Conclusions: Majority of maternal deaths are observed in patients from rural areas, unbooked, and illiterate patients. Hemorrhage, eclampsia and sepsis are leading causes of maternal deaths. Most of these maternal deaths are preventable if patients are given appropriate treatment at periphery and timely referred to higher centers.

scholarly journals GAMBARAN ANGKA KEMATIAN IBU DI RSUP. Prof. Dr. R. D. KANDOU MANADO PERIODE JANUARI 2014 – SEPTEMBER 2015

e-CliniC ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ria Mariani Andini ◽  
Joice Sondakh ◽  
Bismarch J. Laihad
Keyword(s):  
Maternal Mortality ◽  
Hemorrhagic Stroke ◽  
Maternal Mortality Ratio ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Complex Problem ◽  
Health Issues ◽  
Maternal Deaths ◽  
Live Births ◽  
Mortality Ratio ◽  
And Child Health

Abstract: Maternal mortality is a complex problem that is caused by a variety of causes that can be distinguished on the determinant of near, intermediate and far. Maternal mortality or maternal death is one indicator to see the progress of the health of a country, especially with regard to maternal and child health issues. The research objective was to determine the description of Maternal Mortality Rate (MMR) in RSUP Prof. Dr. dr. R. D. Kandou Manado period January 2014 - September 2015. Methods: This study is a retrospective descriptive study. The population is all deliveries in RSUP Prof. Dr. dr. R. D. Kandou Manado period January 2014 - September 2015. The samples is 20 persons, sampling with total sampling technique. Results: based on this research, the highest number of births was in 2014 that as many as 3,347 people (70.8%), while in 2015 as many as 1,380 people (29.2%). Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) was 298 per 100,000 live births in 2014 and 725 per 100,000 live births in 2015. The number of maternal deaths in the period from January 2014 through September 2015 respectively by 10 people (50%). The most diagnosis entry patients is eclampsia by 10 persons (50.0%) Based on the causes of maternal mortality, that most because of hemorrhagic stroke by 7 people (35.0%).. Conclusion: Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) was 298 per 100,000 live births in 2014 and 725 per 100,000 live births in 2015. By entering the patient's diagnosis, most of the patients with the diagnosis of eclampsia and cause most maternal deaths are patients who died because stroke hemorrhagic period January 2014 through September 2015.Keyword: Maternal Mortality RateAbstrak: Kematian ibu merupakan salah satu indikator untuk melihat kemajuan kesehatan suatu negara, khususnya yang berkaitan dengan masalah kesehatan ibu dan anak. Tujuan penelitian adalah mengetahui gambaran Angka Kematian Ibu (AKI) di RSUP. Prof. Dr. R. D. Kandou Manado Periode Januari 2014 – September 2015. Metode: penelitian ini merupakan jenis penelitian deskriptif retrospektif. Populasi yang diambil adalah semua persalinan di RSUP. Prof. Dr. R. D. Kandou Manado Periode Januari 2014 – September 2015. Jumlah sampel adalah 20 orang, penentuan sampel dengan teknik total sampling. Hasil: berdasarkan hasil penelitian, jumlah persalinan terbanyak adalah pada tahun 2014 yaitu sebanyak 3.347 orang (70,8%) sedangkan pada tahun 2015 sebanyak 1.380 orang (29,2%). Rasio Angka Kematian Ibu (AKI) 298 per 100.000 kelahiran hidup pada tahun 2014 dan 725 per 100.000 kelahiran hidup pada tahun 2015.Sedangkan jumlah Jumlah Kematian Ibu pada periode januari 2014 sampai september 2015 masing-masing sebanyak 10 orang (50%). Diagnosa masuk pasien terbanyak yaitu eklamsia sebesar 10 orang (50,0%) Berdasarkan penyebab kematian ibu, yang tebanyak karena stroke hemoragik sebesar 7 orang (35,0%). Kesimpulan: Rasio Angka Kematian Ibu (AKI) adalah 298 per 100.000 kelahiran hidup pada tahun 2014 dan 725 per 100.000 kelahiran hidup pada tahun 2015. Berdasarkan diagnosis masuk pasien, terbanyak adalah pasien dengan diagnosa eklampsia dan penyebab kematian ibu terbanyak adalah pasien yang meninggal karena stroke hemoragik periode januari 2014 sampai september 2015.Kata kunci: Angka Kematian Ibu

scholarly journals A Prospective Observational Study of Near-miss Events and Maternal Deaths in Obstetrics

2016 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 261-265
Author(s):  
Smiti Nanda ◽  
Shaveta Yadav
Keyword(s):  
Observational Study ◽  
Maternal Mortality ◽  
Prospective Observational Study ◽  
Maternal Mortality Ratio ◽  
Near Miss ◽  
Maternal Deaths ◽  
Live Births ◽  
Mortality Index ◽  
Severe Maternal Outcome ◽  
Mortality Ratio

ABSTRACT Purpose To study the incidence and causes of near-miss cases and maternal deaths (MDs) and also search the level of delay. Materials and methods The prospective observational study was carried out in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology for a period of one and a half year (September 2012 to February 2014). For identifying near-miss events, disease-specific criteria were used. Near-miss cases were identified among women with pregnancy-related complications whose diagnoses were meeting the criteria. Detailed information of maternal mortalities and near-miss cases for demographic features, underlying causes, treatment received, and level of delay were also obtained. Results There were 15,170 obstetric admission, 13,851 live births, 184 near-miss cases, and 60 MDs during the study period. The maternal near-miss (MNM) rate was 13.2/1,000 live births and maternal mortality ratio was 433.1/100,000 live births. The mortality index (MD/MNM+MD) was reported as 25%. The maternal mortality to near-miss ratio was 1:3.07. Severe maternal outcome rate (MNM/MNM+MD) was 17.6/1,000 live births. Hemorrhage (54.89%) was the leading cause of nearmiss events followed by hypertension (24.45%) and anemia (13.59%). Hypertension (26.66%) was responsible for most of the MDs followed by anemia (25%), hemorrhage (20%), and puerperal sepsis (10%). The most common level of delay was found on the part of women and/or family to seek help. Conclusion Hypertension, hemorrhage, and anemia are leading causes of maternal morbidity and mortality. Lessons need to be learnt from cases of near-miss, which can serve as a useful tool in making strategies and putting efforts to reduce maternal mortality. How to cite this article Yadav S, Nanda S. A Prospective Observational Study of Near-miss Events and Maternal Deaths in Obstetrics. J South Asian Feder Obst Gynae 2016;8(4):261-265.

scholarly journals Temporal Evolution of Maternal Mortality: 1980-2019

2021 ◽  
Vol 43 (09) ◽  
pp. 662-668
Author(s):  
Janete Vettorazzi ◽  
Edimárlei Gonsales Valério ◽  
Maria Alexandrina Zanatta ◽  
Mariana Hollmann Scheffler ◽  
Sergio Hofmeister de Almeida Martins Costa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Maternal Mortality ◽  
Medical Records ◽  
Causes Of Death ◽  
Maternal Mortality Ratio ◽  
Liver Steatosis ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Porto Alegre ◽  
Maternal Deaths ◽  
Live Births ◽  
Mortality Ratio

Abstract Objective To determine the profile of maternal deaths occurred in the period between 2000 and 2019 in the Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre (HCPA, in the Portuguese acronym) and to compare it with maternal deaths between 1980 and 1999 in the same institution. Methods Retrospective study that analyzed 2,481 medical records of women between 10 and 49 years old who died between 2000 and 2018. The present study was approved by the Ethics Committee (CAAE 78021417600005327). Results After reviewing 2,481 medical records of women who died in reproductive age, 43 deaths had occurred during pregnancy or in the postpartum period. Of these, 28 were considered maternal deaths. The maternal mortality ratio was 37.6 per 100,000 live births. Regarding causes, 16 deaths (57.1%) were directly associated with pregnancy, 10 (35.1%) were indirectly associated, and 2 (7.1%) were unrelated. The main cause of death was hypertension during pregnancy (31.2%) followed by acute liver steatosis during pregnancy (25%). In the previous study, published in 2003 in the same institution4, the mortality rate was 129 per 100,000 live births, and most deaths were related to direct obstetric causes (62%). The main causes of death in this period were due to hypertensive complications (17.2%), followed by postcesarean infection (16%). Conclusion Compared with data before the decade of 2000, there was an important reduction in maternal deaths due to infectious causes.

scholarly journals A study to assess proportion of the maternal near miss to maternal death in a tertiary care teaching hospital of North East India

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (6) ◽  
pp. 2486
Author(s):  
Pradip Sarkar ◽  
Jahar Lal Baidya ◽  
Ashis Kumar Rakshit
Keyword(s):  
Maternal Mortality ◽  
Maternal Death ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Maternal Mortality Ratio ◽  
Near Miss ◽  
Maternal Near Miss ◽  
Maternal Deaths ◽  
Live Births ◽  
Medical Disorders ◽  
Mortality Ratio

Background: The objective of present study was to assess the proportion of maternal near miss and maternal death and the causes involved among patients attending obstetrics and gynaecology department of Agartala Govt. Medical College of North Eastern India.Methods: Potentially life-threatening conditions were diagnosed, and those cases which met WHO 2009 criteria for near miss were selected. Maternal mortality during the same period was also analyzed. Patient characteristics including age, parity, gestational age at admission, booked, mode of delivery, ICU admission, duration of ICU stay, total hospital stay and surgical intervention to save the life of mother were considered. Patients were categorized by final diagnosis with respect to hemorrhage, hypertension, sepsis, dystocia (direct causes) anemia, thrombocytopenia, and other medical disorders were considered as indirect causes contributing to maternal near miss and deaths.Results: The total number of live births during the study period (January 2017 to June, 2018) was 9378 and total maternal deaths were 37 with a maternal mortality ratio of 394.5/1 lakh live births. Total near miss cases were 96 with a maternal near miss ratio of 10.24/1000 live births. Maternal near miss to mortality ratio was 2.6. Of the 96 maternal near miss cases - importantly 20.8% were due to haemorrhage, 19.8% were due to hypertension, 13.5% were due to sepsis, and 11.5% were due to ruptured uterus. In maternal death group (n-37), most important causes were hypertensive (40.5%) followed by septicemia (21.6%), haemorrhage (10.8).Conclusions: Haemorrhage, hypertensive disorders and sepsis were the leading causes of near miss events as well as maternal deaths.

Prevalence and Risk Factors for Maternal Mortality at a Tertiary Care Centre in Eastern Nepal- Retrospective Cross Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarita Sitaula ◽  
Tulasa Basnet ◽  
Ajay Agrawal ◽  
Tara Manandhar ◽  
Dipti Das ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Health Care ◽  
Maternal Mortality ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Maternal Mortality Ratio ◽  
Type I ◽  
Maternal Deaths ◽  
Live Births ◽  
Contributory Factors ◽  
Mortality Ratio

Abstract Background:Maternal mortality ratio is an important public health indicator that reflects the quality of health care services. The prevalence is still high in developing countries than in the developed countries. This study aimed to determine the MMR and to identify the various risk factors and causes of maternal mortality.Methods: This is a retrospective study conducted in a tertiary care center of Eastern Nepal from 16th July,2015 to 15th July 2020. Maternal mortality ratio per 100,000 live-births over 5 years of study period was calculated. The causes of death, delays of maternal mortality and different sociodemographic profiles were analyzed by descriptive statistics.Results:There were total of 55,667 deliveries conducted during the study period. The calculated maternal mortality ratio is 129.34 per 100,000 live-births in year 2015 to 2020. The mean age and gestational age of women having maternal deaths were 24.69 ±5.99 years and 36.15± 4.38 weeks of gestation respectively. The common causes of maternal deaths were obstetric hemorrhage, hypertensive disorder of pregnancy and sepsis. The leading contributory factors to the death were delay in seeking health care and delay in reaching health care facility (type I delay:40.84%).Conclusions:Despite the availability of comprehensive emergency obstetric care at our center, maternal mortality is still high and almost 75% of deaths were avoidable. The leading contributory factors were due to delay in seeking care and delayed referral from other health facilities. Contributory factors related to maternal mortality are preventable through combined safe motherhood strategies, prompt referral, active management of labor and puerperium.

Did Maternal Mortality Ratio Increase in Malawi between 1992–1998? Review of Malawi Demographic and Health Surveys and other Data Sources

2003 ◽  
Vol 33 (3) ◽  
pp. 182-185 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adamson S Muula ◽  
Angela Phiri
Keyword(s):  
Maternal Mortality ◽  
Health Surveys ◽  
Maternal Mortality Ratio ◽  
Demographic And Health Surveys ◽  
Ratio Increase ◽  
Maternal Deaths ◽  
Live Births ◽  
Aids Pandemic ◽  
Mortality Ratio ◽  
Healthcare Situation

Despite various programmes aimed at reducing the maternal mortality ratio (MMR) and improving reproductive health globally, and in Malawi especially, the 2000 Malawi Demographic and Health Survey (DHS) reported an MMR for Malawi as 1221 deaths per 100 000 live births. This represented an almost 80% rise from the 620 maternal deaths/100 000 live births estimated in the 1992 DHS. The possible reasons behind the rise in the MMR include: the growing HIV/AIDS pandemic in Malawi with an estimated infection rate of 14%; and the deteriorating healthcare situation and inherent inaccuracies in the estimation of maternal mortality. Continued surveillance and identification of factors responsible for the deterioration of Malawi's MMR are suggested. It is necessary to design, implement and evaluate corrective measures in order to improve the situation.

scholarly journals Trends of maternal mortality at a tertiary health care centre in India

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (9) ◽  
pp. 3754
Author(s):  
Deepali S. Kapote ◽  
Anam B. Syed ◽  
Swati C. Gawai ◽  
Ashwini S. Desai ◽  
Apeksha M. Mohite
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Maternal Mortality ◽  
Maternal Mortality Ratio ◽  
Health Care Facilities ◽  
Hypertensive Disorder ◽  
Health Care Centre ◽  
Maternal Deaths ◽  
Live Births ◽  
Danger Signs ◽  
Mortality Ratio

Background: Maternal mortality is the death of a woman while pregnant or within 42 days of termination of pregnancy, irrespective of duration and site of pregnancy from any cause, related to or aggravated by the pregnancy or its management but not from accidental or incidental causes.Methods: A retrospective study was conducted by reviewing the hospital records to study the maternal deaths and complication leading to maternal death over the period of one year from January 2019 to December 2019 in the department of obstetrics and gynecology, LTMMC and Sion Hospital.Results: The maternal mortality ratio in the present study 548/100000 live births and corrected MMR’s 190/live births. There were 49 deaths of 8093 live birth during the study period. The majority of deaths occurred in the 20-30 age group. Hemorrhage (22.4%) and hypertensive disorder (14.2%) are two most common direct cause of maternal deaths. 46.9% of maternal deaths occurred after 72 hours of death. Indirect cause accounts for 73.5%. Of these deaths and DIC with sepsis was the leading indirect cause of maternal deaths.Conclusions: Hemorrhage, hypertensive disorder, anemia and DIC with sepsis remain major cause of maternal deaths. Delay at primary level, by the patient and family contributed to higher maternal mortality. This requires more effort to educate, impart knowledge to recognize danger signs and seek urgent medical help and create awareness about the easy accessibility and availability of nearby health care facilities amongst the society.

scholarly journals Facteurs Associes Aux Deces Maternels A L’hôpital De Zone Saint Jean De Dieu De Tanguieta De 2015 A 2019

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (29) ◽  
pp. 93
Author(s):  
Atade Sèdjro Raoul ◽  
Hounkponou Ahouingnan Fanny Maryline Nouessèwa ◽  
Obossou Achille Awadé Afoukou ◽  
Gabkika Bray Madoué ◽  
Doha Sèna Mireille Isabelle ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Maternal Mortality ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Maternal Mortality Ratio ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Low Income Countries ◽  
Maternal Deaths ◽  
Live Births ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Mortality Ratio ◽  
Faible Revenu

Introduction: La mortalité maternelle est un problème de santé publique au Bénin ; Elle est estimée à 397 pour 100 000 Naissances Vivantes (NV) en 2017. Dans les pays à faible revenu le ratio de mortalité maternelle est de 239 pour 100 000 Naissances Vivantes (NV). Objectifs: Identifier les facteurs associés aux décès maternels à l’Hôpital de Zone Saint Jean de Dieu de Tanguiéta de 2015 à 2019. Méthode d’étude: Il s’est agi d’une étude rétrospective à visée descriptive et analytique. Les dossiers des femmes ont été dépouillés pour collecter les informations relatives aux variables de l’étude. Résultat: Durant la période d’étude, nous avons recensé 222 dossiers. Le ratio de mortalité maternelle intra-hospitalière était de 1173 décès pour 100 000 naissances. L’âge moyen des femmes décédées était de 25,4 ans. Les femmes décédées étaient des ménagères dans 72,1%. Plus de la moitié des femmes décédées (55,9%) n’avaient bénéficié d’aucune consultation prénatale. La référence était le principal mode d’entrée à l’hôpital (64%). Les causes obstétricales directes des décès étaient dominées par les hémorragies (25,8%), les troubles hypertensifs (22,8%) et les infections puerpérales (21,2%). Les facteurs associés aux décès maternels étaient : le milieu de résidence (p = 0,004), le délai (de 5jours et plus) entre l’apparition des symptômes et l’admission à l’hôpital (p = 0,019), le transport non médicalisé (p=0,013) et le troisième retard (p < 0,001). Conclusion: Le ratio de mortalité maternelle était élevé à l’hôpital de zone Saint Jean de Dieu de Tanguieta. Il importe que des actions soient menées en agissant sur les différents facteurs en vue de réduire la mortalité maternelle dans cet hôpital. Introduction: Maternal mortality is a public health problem in Benin, it is estimated at 397 per 100,000 Live Births (LB) in 2017. In low-income countries the maternal mortality ratio is 239 per 100,000 Live Births (LB). Objectives: Identify the factors associated with maternal deaths at the Saint Jean de Dieu Zone Hospital in Tanguiéta from 2015 to 2019. Study Method: This was a retrospective study with a descriptive and analytical aim. Women's records were searched to collect information on study variables. Result: During the study period, we identified 222 cases. The intrahospital maternal mortality ratio was 1,173 deaths per 100,000 births. The average age of the deceased women was 25.4 years. 72.1% of the deceased women were housewives. More than half of the women who died (55.9%) had not received any prenatal consultation. Referral was the main mode of entry to hospital (64%). The direct obstetric causes of death were dominated by haemorrhages (25.8%), hypertensive disorders (22.8%) and puerperal infections (21.2%). Factors associated with maternal deaths were: place of residence (p = 0.004), the time (5 days or more) between the onset of symptoms and admission to hospital (p = 0.019), unsafe transportation (p = 0.013) and The third delay (p <0.001). Conclusion: The maternal mortality ratio was high at the Saint Jean de Dieu hospital in Tanguieta. It is important that actions be taken by acting on the various factors in order to reduce maternal mortality in this hospital.

scholarly journals MATERNAL MORTALITY

2010 ◽  
Vol 17 (04) ◽  
pp. 679-685
Author(s):  
SALMA JABEEN ◽  
BUSHRA S ZAMAN ◽  
AFZAAL AHMED ◽  
SHER-UZ-ZAMAN BHATTI
Keyword(s):  
Maternal Mortality ◽  
Maternal Mortality Ratio ◽  
Postnatal Period ◽  
Time Of Arrival ◽  
Maternal Deaths ◽  
Live Births ◽  
Medical College ◽  
Other Information ◽  
Mortality Ratio ◽  
Determinants Of Maternal Mortality

Objectives: To estimate maternal mortality ratio (MMR), obstetrical causes and determinants of maternal mortality. Study Design: A descriptive study. Place & Duration of Study: The study was conducted in Obstetrics & Gynaecology Department at Bahawal Victoria Hospital, affiliated with Quaid-e-Azam Medical College, Bahawalpur. This was a 3 years study conducted from January 2006 to December 2008. Patients & Methods: All direct and indirect maternal deaths during pregnancy, labor and perpeurium were included. The patients who expired after arrival were analyzed on specially designed Performa from their hospital records and questions asking from their attendants. The reason for admission, condition at arrival, cause of death and possible factors responsible for death were identified. The other information including age, parity, booking status, gestational age and relevant features of index pregnancy, along with the distance from hospital was recorded on Performa and analyzed by SPSS version 11. Results: There were a total of 21501 deliveries and 19462 live births with 2039 peri-natal moralities. Total 133 maternal deaths occurred during last 3 consecutive years revealed MMR 683 per 100000 live births. Majority of the women who died were un-booked (91%). The highest maternal mortality age group was 20-30 years in which 54.2% deaths were observed. Out of 133 maternal deaths, 21% were primigravida. Obstetrical hemorrhage (44.4%) was the most frequent cause followed by hypertensive disorders (21.8%) & sepsis (15%). There were 33.8% of patients who were brought at compromised stage and 52.6% brought critical, only 13.5% died were stable at the time of arrival at hospital. Conclusions: Obstetrical haemorrhage was the leading cause of maternal deaths. Thisdreadful cause is preventable and manageable if steps are taken in time during antenatal period for risk detection and in postnatal period. Community awareness, training of traditional birth attendants to recognize the severity of disease and importance of being in time and improving referral can reduce the maternal deaths.

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