Abstract:disparities in maternal mortality rates in Black versus non-Hispanic White women, the rate of maternal mortality rates in Hispanic women has not been well characterized. This study specifically addresses disparities in maternal mortality rates in Latin American countries. It also explores factors contributing to high MMR including socioeconomic status, age, comorbidities, ethnicity, and access to health care.METHODS: Four bibliographic databases were searched for keywords, including "maternal mortality," "ethn… Show more
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