perinatal mortality

Perinatal mortality refers to the number of babies who die during late pregnancy or within the first week after birth. It includes stillbirths (fetal deaths after 28 weeks of pregnancy) and early neonatal deaths (deaths within the first 7 days of life). This rate helps measure the health and safety of pregnancy and childbirth in a specific population. Factors influencing perinatal mortality can include maternal health, prenatal care, delivery complications, and newborn health issues. Monitoring this rate highlights areas where medical care can be improved to ensure healthier outcomes for mothers and infants.