[Articles] Inequalities in neonatal unit mortality in England and Wales between 2012 and 2022: a retrospective cohort study

There are stark socioeconomic and ethnic inequalities in babies admitted to and who die in neonatal units in England and Wales. Mortality inequalities are partly explained by case-mix on entry to the neonatal unit, suggesting in-unit factors such as care practices explaining residual inequalities. Further work to investigate the role of care practices is required, as well as policies and practices to address upstream drivers of these inequalities.