O96: Death from any obstetric cause occurring more than 42 days but less than one year after delivery

The medical condition referred to under the range O96 is the occurrence of death from any obstetric cause that occurs more than 42 days but less than one year after delivery. Obstetric causes comprise various health complications that relate directly to pregnancy, labor, delivery, and the postpartum period. These can range from issues such as maternal hemorrhage to infections, complications from C-sections, blood clots, and even psychological conditions like postpartum depression that can lead to fatal outcomes. The progression of these conditions can vary widely and may affect different bodily systems, depending on the specific cause. Symptoms are diverse because of the wide range of possible complications, but they typically relate to the physical and psychological disturbances following delivery. This classification doesn't imply a single disease but a range of potential conditions leading to the unfortunate outcome of maternal death within the specified time frame after delivery.