Perinatal Mortality National Clinical Audit Previously Perinatal Mortality Surveillance System

Designated perinatal mortality data coordinators within all maternity units collate and submit data on all perinatal deaths occurring in their unit to the NPEC using a specific, detailed notification form.

Purpose: To address the investigation of perinatal mortality in Ireland from a clinical perspective. To identify modifiable risk factors impacting on adverse perinatal outcomes. This will enhance clinical interpretation of perinatal deaths which will further assist in informing clinical practice, public health interventions and counselling of prospective parents.

Coverage: National.

Data collection commenced in 2008 and is ongoing.