The maternal mortality ratio (MMR) in Sweden stood at 3.5 deaths per hundred thousand live births in 2023. Over the forecasted period from 2024 to 2028, the MMR is expected to remain stable at 4.0 deaths per hundred thousand live births. This represents a year-on-year increase of approximately 14.3% in 2024 compared to 2023. Over the last two years, there has been an upward trend with an emphasized stability moving forward. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the MMR from 2023 to 2028 is calculated to be around 2.6%.
Key trends to watch for the future include advancements in maternal healthcare, potential policy changes, and evolving socio-economic conditions that may impact maternal health. Surveillance of these factors will be critical in predicting and managing potential shifts in maternal mortality trends in Sweden.
