Suchergebnisse

Maternal mortality attracts a lot of discussion and concern in Paraná seen that reflects
the quality of care in health services, as well as the operation of public policies for
women"s health. The aim of this study was to understand the epidemiology of maternal
mortality in the State of Paraná, through review of studies on the subject. It is a
systematic literature review conducted by electronic search of scientific articles
published between 2000 and 2010 in the databases LILACS and SciELO. Initially, it
was identified 30 articles. After application of inclusion and exclusion criteria left 09
articles. The comparison of the data showed a decrease of MMR in the State. Prevailed
direct obstetric causes, with a prevalence of hypertensive diseases. It was concluded that
despite its importance, few articles on maternal mortality in the State of Paraná. The
MMR, although declining, remains at high levels. Such data are necessary to have a
view of the epidemiological situation. They can identify problems and/or failures and
allow for formulating interventionist proposals and order to reduce maternal mortality
rates. More effective actions to reduce preventable maternal deaths in the State are still
indispensable.