The objective of this study was to identify the incidence and characteristics of maternal suicide. Findings suggest that although the overall maternal mortality ratio declined, maternal suicides did not and are now the leading cause of maternal mortality if late deaths up to 1 year postpartum are included. Data collection and analysis of suicides must improve.
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