Factors associated with maternal mortality in Malawi: application of the three delays model

Abstract Background The three delays model proposes that maternal mortality is associated with delays in: 1) deciding to seek care; 2) reaching the healthcare facility; and 3) receiving care. Previously, the majority of women who died were reported to have experienced type 1 and 2 delays. With incre...

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Main Authors: Florence Mgawadere, Regine Unkels, Abigail Kazembe, Nynke van den Broek
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-07-01
Series:BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12884-017-1406-5