The perinatal mortality rate in South Korea has shown a general declining trend from 2013 to 2023, starting at 3.3 deaths per thousand births in 2013 and reaching 2.5 deaths per thousand births by 2023. The year-on-year variations indicate sporadic increases and decreases, with significant reductions in some years, like 2020 and 2022, and minor increases in others, such as 2021. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the five-year period ending in 2023 stands at -2.24%, reflecting an overall decline in perinatal mortality.
Looking ahead, from 2024 to 2028, the perinatal mortality rate is projected to remain relatively stable, maintaining a value of 2.4 deaths per thousand births. The forecasted five-year CAGR from 2024 to 2028 is -0.81%, suggesting a slight but consistent decrease in perinatal mortality in the future.
Future trends to watch for include technological advancements in neonatal care, improved maternal health policies, and early intervention strategies in prenatal care, which could further reduce perinatal mortality rates in South Korea.
