Title: Incidence of and Causes of Stillbirth: A Retrospective Study
Authors: Dr Huma Nishat, Dr Pushpa Roy, Dr Ismat Khanam, Dr Sushma Singh
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.18535/jmscr/v6i6.27
Abstract
To assess the incidence of and causes of stillbirth at VIMS Pawapuri. A retrospective study was done from February 2015 to January 2016.All the patients delivered at this hospital during this period were included. Total birth that took place were 7494 and total stillbirth were 162. This study suggest that a through upgradation of healthcare delivery system is necessary.
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