Applicability of the Three Delays Model in the context of maternal mortality: integrative review

ABSTRACT The objective of this review is to summarize evidence available in the scientific literature from applicability Three Delays Model context maternal mortality terms causal factors and interventional measures. It an integrative review, carried out with no time frame, seven databases, descriptors Maternal Mortality, Pregnancy Complications, Death keyword Model. 15 studies were selected for analysis. first delay stood as a determinant deaths, refusal seek obstetric care health institution initiative woman or family members. In second delay, geographic poor road infrastructure made access services difficult. third conditions institutions implied reduced quality care. model makes it possible demonstrate barriers faced by women search visualize contexts that need actions face problem.