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(O29.2) Central nervous system complications of anaesthesia during pregnancy
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4 633 in individuals diagnosis central nervous system complications of anaesthesia during pregnancy confirmed
Diagnosis central nervous system complications of anaesthesia during pregnancy is diagnosed Prevalent in Women Only
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0 (No mortality)Died from this diagnosis.
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4 633
Women receive the diagnosis central nervous system complications of anaesthesia during pregnancy
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease central nervous system complications of anaesthesia during pregnancy - Men aged 0 and Women aged 25-29
No Cases of the Disease Central nervous system complications of anaesthesia during pregnancy identified in Men
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-19, 45-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 20-44
Disease Features central nervous system complications of anaesthesia during pregnancy
Absence or low individual and public risk
Central nervous system complications of anaesthesia during pregnancy - what does this mean
Central nervous system complications of anaesthesia during pregnancy can occur when the anaesthetic drugs administered to the pregnant woman cross the placenta and affect the central nervous system of the developing fetus, leading to potential neurological damage or even death.
What happens during the disease - central nervous system complications of anaesthesia during pregnancy
Central nervous system complications of anaesthesia during pregnancy can occur due to the direct effects of the anaesthetic drugs on the nervous system, as well as the indirect effects of the anaesthetic on the mother's cardiovascular system, leading to reduced oxygen delivery to the brain. this can result in neurological symptoms such as confusion, agitation, seizures, and coma. in addition, anaesthetic drugs can cause a direct toxic effect on the developing fetus, leading to neurological and cognitive impairments.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the patient.
- Neurological examination of the patient.
- CT scan or MRI of the brain.
- EEG testing.
- Blood tests to evaluate the levels of anaesthesia and other drugs.
- Ultrasound to check for any abnormalities in the brain.
- Lumbar puncture to check for any abnormalities in the cerebrospinal fluid.
- Neuropsychological testing to assess cognitive function.
- EEG monitoring during labour and delivery.
- Neuropsychiatric evaluation to assess for any psychological disturbances.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: To reduce the risk of central nervous system complications of anaesthesia during pregnancy.
- Educate pregnant women about the risks associated with anaesthesia.
- Ensure that pregnant women receive appropriate pre-operative assessments.
- Choose anaesthetic agents with low risk of central nervous system complications.
- Monitor the pregnant woman closely during and after anaesthesia.
- Prescribe medications to reduce the risk of central nervous system complications.
- Provide post-operative follow-up care.
4 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Central nervous system complications of anaesthesia during pregnancy - Prevention
The prevention of central nervous system complications of anaesthesia during pregnancy can be achieved by closely monitoring the patient throughout the procedure, selecting an appropriate anaesthetic agent, and ensuring that the patient is adequately hydrated and oxygenated. additionally, it is important to avoid using neuromuscular blocking agents and to use regional anaesthesia whenever possible.