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(M83.0) Puerperal osteomalacia
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14 826 in individuals diagnosis puerperal osteomalacia confirmed
372 deaths with diagnosis puerperal osteomalacia
3% mortality rate associated with the disease puerperal osteomalacia
Diagnosis puerperal osteomalacia is diagnosed Women are 20.49% more likely than Men
5 894
Men receive the diagnosis puerperal osteomalacia
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis puerperal osteomalacia
372 (4.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease puerperal osteomalacia - Men aged 40-44 and Women aged 55-59
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 15-19, 25-79, 85-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 5-14, 20-24, 80-84, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 30-34, 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 10-29, 35-94
Disease Features puerperal osteomalacia
Absence or low individual and public risk
Puerperal osteomalacia - what does this mean
Puerperal osteomalacia is a bone disorder that occurs in women during or after childbirth. it is caused by a deficiency of vitamin d, calcium, and phosphorus, which can lead to weakened bones and pain in the spine, pelvis, and legs.
What happens during the disease - puerperal osteomalacia
Puerperal osteomalacia is a condition caused by a deficiency in vitamin d and calcium during pregnancy, resulting in weakened bones and increased risk of fractures. this is due to an inadequate absorption of calcium and vitamin d from the diet, a decrease in the production of active vitamin d in the skin, and increased calcium requirements of the mother during pregnancy. the weakened bones can lead to pain, fractures, and decreased mobility.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Obtain a detailed medical history and review of symptoms
- Perform a physical examination to assess the patient’s general health
- Order a complete blood count (CBC) to check for anemia
- Order a serum calcium and phosphorus levels
- Order a serum alkaline phosphatase test
- Order an X-ray to assess bone density
- Order a bone scan to assess for any bone fractures
- Order a vitamin D level to assess for deficiency
- Order a bone biopsy to confirm diagnosis
- Order an ultrasound to assess for any soft tissue abnormalities
- Order a CT scan to assess for any bone abnormalities
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To improve the mineral metabolism of the patient.
- Prescribing calcium and vitamin D supplements
- Administering intravenous calcium and vitamin D
- Encouraging increased dietary calcium and vitamin D intake
- Reducing dietary phosphorus intake
- Encouraging increased physical activity
- Administering oral phosphate binders
- Administering bisphosphonates
- Monitoring calcium and phosphorus levels
- Monitoring serum alkaline phosphatase levels
- Monitoring bone mineral density
23 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Puerperal osteomalacia - Prevention
Puerperal osteomalacia can be prevented by ensuring pregnant women are given adequate amounts of calcium and vitamin d throughout their pregnancy, and that they are monitored for risk factors such as low calcium levels, vitamin d deficiency, and poor nutrition. additionally, postpartum women should be encouraged to take calcium and vitamin d supplements, as well as engage in regular physical activity to promote bone health.