Verifying causes of death in Thailand: rationale and methods for empirical investigation

Verifying causes of death in Thailand: rationale and methods for empirical investigation

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Cause-specific mortality statistics by age and sex are primary evidence for epidemiological research and health policy. Annual mortality statistics from vital registration systems in Thailand are of limited utility because about 40%...

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Main Authors: Polprasert Warangkana, Pattaraarchachai Junya, Porapakkham Yawarat, Rao Chalapati, Swampunyalert Narumol, Lopez Alan D
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2010-05-01
Series:Population Health Metrics
Online Access:http://www.pophealthmetrics.com/content/8/1/11

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