What are the Leading Causes of Pediatric Fatalities?
The leading causes of pediatric fatalities vary by age group. For infants, the primary causes include congenital anomalies, complications related to prematurity, and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). As children grow older, the leading causes shift to accidents (such as motor vehicle accidents, drowning, and falls), malignancies, and chronic medical conditions. Adolescents face additional risks from suicide and homicide.
