Global infant mortality trends and attributable determinants ¿ an ecological study using data from 192 countries for the period 1990¿2011

Conclusions: Our study suggests that maternal mortality is the most prominent attributable risk factor for infant mortality, followed by lack of access to sanitation, lack of access to water, and lower female education. Variation exists across regions and countries with regards to the most attributable factor. Our study also suggests significant underestimation of IMR in regions known for poorer data quality. The results will aid policymakers in re-tailoring time-appropriate interventions to more effectively reduce IMR in line with Millennium Development Goal 4.
Source: Population Health Metrics - Category: Epidemiology Authors: Source Type: research