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The cause-of-death section consists of two parts. Part I is for reporting a chain of events leading directly to death, with the immediate cause of death (the final disease, injury, or complication directly causing death) on Line a and the underlying cause of death (the disease or injury that initiated the chain of morbid events that
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Aug 7, 2023 · • Documenting the cause of death – The death certificate documents the cause of death by potentially describing three components: the mechanism, the immediate cause, and the underlying cause. The underlying cause is the only one that provides information on the condition responsible for the death and is the only one that is required.
CAUSE OF DEATH. (a) ............................................ Immediate cause due to (or as a consequences of) State the disease, injury or complication which caused death, not the mode of dying such as heart failure, asthenia, etc.
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Cause of death certification flyer: A tool for certifying physicians. Prompt and accurate certification of the cause of death is very important. It not only helps with legal and administrative tasks but also assists governments in keeping an eye on the health of their citizens.
CAUSE OF DEATH I. Immediate cause State the disease, injury or complication which Caused death, not the mode of dying such as Heart failure, asthenia, etc. Antecedent cause Morbid conditions, if any, giving rise to the above Cause, stating underlying conditions last II. Other Significant conditions contributing to the
The book reproduces the international form of medical certificate for cause of death, followed by an explanation of the procedures to be adopted in its completion. The book also lists the major causes of death, followed by diagnostic details required for the purpose of statistical analysis.
