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What is the major cause of pregnancy-related death?
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Several things: Post partum hemorrhage, thromboembolic disorders, cardiac disorders, infections and trauma such as car accidents are some of the leading causes in all countries. In developing countries obstructed labor and lack of hospital access is a serious issue.
Answered 3/6/2015
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