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An analysis of legally uncertified deaths in England and Wales, 1979-2002
Author(s)Julie Gastrell, Clare Griffiths, Tim Devis
Journal titleHealth Statistics Quarterly, no 24, Winter 2004
Pagespp 7-13
Sourcehttp://www.statistics.gov.uk/products/p6725.asp
KeywordsDeath ; Registration eg homes, nursing homes.
AnnotationLegally uncertified deaths are unusual, with not more than a few hundred occurring each year. However, they are of interest, because they have increased in number over the past 25 years. This article examines the circumstances under which deaths become legally uncertified, and presents information on their characteristics and recent trends. The number of uncertified deaths increased from 248 in 1979 to 861 in 2002, a change from 0.04% of all deaths in 1979 to 0.16% of all deaths in 2002. The increase was particularly marked among infants dying on the first day of life. However, the main cause of death for it to be uncertified relates to symptoms, signs and ill-defined conditions. (RH).
Accession NumberCPA-041214213 A
ClassmarkCW: Q3

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