Patients with schizophrenia often show excess mortality and shortened life expectancy compared to the general population. There are various similarities and differences in the deaths of patients in different countries and regions. The causes of death in schizophrenia involve physical， psychological and social factors. Among them， physical factors are the most significant cause of death. Psychological factors can lead to suicidal behavior and social factors make it difficult for patients to get adequate treatment. This article summarizes the mortality and causes of death in patients with schizophrenia through a review of existing literature at home and abroad.