Trends in relevant excess mortality in Peru and nine areas during the first wave of COVID-19 pandemic between January and May 2020: A descriptive study
Abstract:Introduction: COVID-19 has arrived the main capitals of Peru and caused direct and indirect deaths. Though mortality data is reported through SINADEF, relevant excess mortality (REM) remains unknown.Objective: To estimate the monthly relevant excess mortality for all causes and non-related with violent and COVID-19 causes between January and May 2020 in Peru and nine areas with the highest absolute numbers of deaths by COVID-19. Material and Methods: To estimate relevant excess mortality, we calculated the mon… Show more
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