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(O69) Labour and delivery complicated by umbilical cord complications
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479 480 in individuals diagnosis labour and delivery complicated by umbilical cord complications confirmed
Diagnosis labour and delivery complicated by umbilical cord complications is diagnosed Prevalent in Women Only
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Women receive the diagnosis labour and delivery complicated by umbilical cord complications
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease labour and delivery complicated by umbilical cord complications - Men aged 0 and Women aged 25-29
No Cases of the Disease Labour and delivery complicated by umbilical cord complications identified in Men
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 50-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 10-49
Disease Features labour and delivery complicated by umbilical cord complications
Absence or low individual and public risk
Labour and delivery complicated by umbilical cord complications - what does this mean
Umbilical cord complications during labour and delivery occur when the umbilical cord is wrapped around the baby’s neck, is compressed, prolapsed, or knotted. these complications can cause decreased oxygen supply to the baby and can be life-threatening. prompt recognition of the complication and appropriate management is essential to ensure a safe delivery.
What happens during the disease - labour and delivery complicated by umbilical cord complications
Labour and delivery complicated by umbilical cord complications is a condition in which the umbilical cord becomes compressed or wrapped around the baby's neck during labour and delivery. this can cause a decrease in oxygenated blood supply to the baby, which can lead to fetal distress, hypoxia, and in some cases, fetal death. the risk of umbilical cord complications can be increased by abnormal fetal position, premature rupture of membranes, and a long or short umbilical cord.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Complete physical examination of the mother and baby
- Ultrasound scan to assess the umbilical cord
- Monitor fetal heart rate
- Doppler flow studies to assess the umbilical cord blood flow
- Check the umbilical cord for knots or other abnormalities
- Assess the position of the umbilical cord in the uterus
- Evaluate the amniotic fluid for any signs of infection
- Monitor the mother's vital signs and contractions
- Perform a fetal scalp pH test
- Cesarean section if necessary
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To safely deliver the baby and reduce the risk of complications.
- Monitor the baby's heart rate and the mother's contractions during labor.
- Administer oxytocin to the mother to speed up contractions if needed.
- Monitor the umbilical cord for signs of compression.
- Administer IV fluids to the mother to reduce the risk of cord compression.
- Perform an ultrasound to assess the baby's position in the uterus.
- Perform an episiotomy to reduce the risk of cord compression.
- Deliver the baby via cesarean section if necessary.
- Monitor the baby's condition after delivery.
- Provide care to the mother to reduce the risk of postpartum complications.
5 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Labour and delivery complicated by umbilical cord complications - Prevention
The best way to prevent umbilical cord complications during labour and delivery is to ensure that the mother is well-nourished and receiving regular prenatal care. additionally, monitoring the baby's heart rate and position during labour can help identify any potential problems before they become serious. finally, the mother should be encouraged to move around during labour to promote optimal fetal positioning.