Mortality and potential years of life lost in five zones of Medellin, 2004-2006

The mortality patterns observed in Medellín (Colombia) are different for each geographical zone of the city. This results in a loss of years of life and a consequent decrease in life expectancy. Such situation depends on the individuals’ place of residence. Objective: to describe the mortality trend...

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Main Authors: Doris Cardona A, Ángela M. Segura C, Dedsy Y. Berbesí F
Format: Article
Language:Spanish
Published: Universidad de Antioquia 2011-07-01
Series:Revista Facultad Nacional de Salud Pública
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Online Access:http://aprendeenlinea.udea.edu.co/revistas/index.php/fnsp/article/view/8552/9516