Methodological considerations in attributing maternal mortality reduction to contraception and fertility decline – Authors' reply

The Lancet Global Health 2026 Open access

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Authors: Saifuddin Ahmed, Moazzam Ali, Iqbal Shah, Amy Tsui
DOI: 10.1016/s2214-109x(25)00524-8
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Abstract

We welcome the opportunity to clarify inaccuracies reflected in the Correspondence by Jonathan Marc Bearak and colleagues on our Article.1 We consider that these assertions are based on misguided premises and a misunderstanding of the methodology.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Reproductive Health and Contraception Global Maternal and Child Health Maternal and fetal healthcare

Publication details

Journal / source
The Lancet Global Health
Volume
14
Issue
4
Pages
e494–e495
Publication date
17 March 2026
Language
EN