(P10.1) Cerebral haemorrhage due to birth injury

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11 497 in individuals diagnosis cerebral haemorrhage due to birth injury confirmed
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1 405 deaths with diagnosis cerebral haemorrhage due to birth injury
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12% mortality rate associated with the disease cerebral haemorrhage due to birth injury

Diagnosis cerebral haemorrhage due to birth injury is diagnosed Men are 6.03% more likely than Women

6 095

Men receive the diagnosis cerebral haemorrhage due to birth injury

825 (13.5 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis cerebral haemorrhage due to birth injury

580 (10.7 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease cerebral haemorrhage due to birth injury - Men and Women aged 0

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 80-84
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 5-79, 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-34, 40-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 35-39

Disease Features cerebral haemorrhage due to birth injury

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Cerebral haemorrhage due to birth injury - what does this mean

A cerebral haemorrhage due to birth injury is a type of bleeding in the brain that occurs when the baby's head is subjected to trauma during delivery, resulting in the rupture of blood vessels in the brain. this can cause significant damage to the brain and can even be fatal.

What happens during the disease - cerebral haemorrhage due to birth injury

Cerebral haemorrhage due to birth injury is caused by a disruption or tear in the blood vessels of the brain due to trauma during delivery. this can result in a build-up of pressure in the brain, which can lead to a rupture of the vessels, causing bleeding within the brain. this can cause severe neurological damage and even death if left untreated.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Clinical assessment of patient
  • Neuroimaging (CT Scan or MRI)
  • Angiography
  • Lumbar puncture
  • Blood tests (CBC, PT, aPTT, INR, electrolytes)
  • Cerebrospinal fluid analysis
  • Electroencephalogram (EEG)
  • Cerebral angiography
  • Transcranial Doppler (TCD)
  • Ultrasonography

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main Goal: To reduce the risk of further injury and improve the quality of life of the patient.
  • Monitoring of vital signs and neurological status
  • Medication to reduce swelling and control blood pressure
  • Surgery to remove the damaged tissue and stop the bleeding
  • Rehabilitation to help the patient regain motor skills and speech
  • Physical therapy to improve strength and coordination
  • Occupational therapy to help the patient adjust to daily living
  • Counseling to provide emotional support
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14 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Cerebral haemorrhage due to birth injury - Prevention

The best way to prevent cerebral haemorrhage due to birth injury is to ensure that the delivery is managed carefully and with appropriate medical attention. this includes monitoring the mother and baby during labour and delivery, and ensuring that any potential risks are identified and managed appropriately. additionally, prenatal care and education can help to identify any potential risks and ensure that the mother is well prepared for delivery.