An analysis of the antecedents of unexplained stillbirths in Western Australia (1980-1993)

Aim: To determine whether antecedents or combinations of antecedents are associated with stillbirths that are currently considered to be unexplained. Background: Between 1980 -1993 in Western Australia. 2569 babies were delivered stillborn. No sufficient cause of death could be identified for 1291 of these babies. This is a significant health issue that warranted further investigation. The objective of such a review was to provide baseline evidence that could be used to recommend the development of preventative strategies such as health promotion programs that could be implemented to potentially reduce or prevent the number of unexplained stillborn babies. The development of such strategies required a detailed analysis of the antecedents to currently unexplained stillbirth.

Grantor dc:publisher

Edith Cowan University, Research Online, Perth, Western Australia

Year dc:date

2008

Author dc:creator

• Ellis, Zina

• Stillbirth
• Western Australia
• Fetal death
• Causes
• Perinatal death
• Pregnant women
• Health and hygiene.
• Obstetrics and Gynecology

Repository record dc:identifier

https://ro.ecu.edu.au/theses/199

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:ro.ecu.edu.au:theses-1199