Term: Standardized Mortality Ratio (0-74 Years)

Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2007-09-26

Definition:

The mortality rate for ages 0 - 74 years. It is commonly referred to as a measure of premature mortality.

Related terms 

• Indicators of Need
• Mortality Indicators
• POPULIS
• Premature Mortality
• Premature Mortality Rate (PMR)
• Rate Standardization
• Standardized Mortality / Morbidity Ratio (SMR)

References 

• Roos NP, Shapiro E. From research to policy: what have we learned? Med Care 1999;37(6 Suppl):JS291-JS305. [Abstract] (View)
• Roos NP, Shapiro E. Monitoring the Winnipeg Hospital System: The First Report. 1990-1992 . Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy and Evaluation, 1994. [Report] [Summary] (View)