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(O69.3) Labour and delivery complicated by short cord
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479 480 in individuals diagnosis labour and delivery complicated by short cord confirmed
Diagnosis labour and delivery complicated by short cord is diagnosed Prevalent in Women Only
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Women receive the diagnosis labour and delivery complicated by short cord
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease labour and delivery complicated by short cord - Men aged 0 and Women aged 25-29
No Cases of the Disease Labour and delivery complicated by short cord 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 short cord
Absence or low individual and public risk
Labour and delivery complicated by short cord - what does this mean
Labour and delivery complicated by short cord occurs when the umbilical cord is too short to allow the baby to be born without assistance. this can result in the baby being unable to move down the birth canal and can cause distress to both the baby and the mother. in some cases, it may be necessary to perform an emergency caesarean section to deliver the baby safely.
What happens during the disease - labour and delivery complicated by short cord
Labour and delivery complicated by a short cord is a condition that occurs when the umbilical cord is shorter than normal during delivery. this can lead to a decrease in the amount of oxygen and nutrients available to the baby, which in turn can lead to fetal distress and an increased risk of complications such as meconium aspiration, placental abruption, umbilical cord prolapse, and/or fetal anoxia. as a result, the baby may require immediate medical attention to ensure its safety and well-being.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Evaluate the length of the umbilical cord
- Check the fetal heart rate
- Monitor the contractions
- Evaluate the position of the fetus
- Perform a vaginal exam to check dilation
- Check for any cord entanglement
- Perform an ultrasound to assess the baby's position
- Perform an amniotic fluid index to assess the baby's health
- Perform a biophysical profile to assess the baby's health
- Perform a fetal scalp pH test to assess the baby's oxygen levels
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: To ensure a safe and successful delivery of the baby.
- Monitor the baby's heart rate and fetal movement.
- Administer oxygen to the mother.
- Administer medications to reduce the risk of infection.
- Monitor the mother's contractions and progress in labor.
- Perform an episiotomy to reduce the risk of cord rupture.
- Keep the cord short and away from the baby's head.
- Deliver the baby quickly and carefully.
- Clamp and cut the cord as soon as the baby is delivered.
- Administer medications to the mother to reduce the risk of bleeding.
5 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Labour and delivery complicated by short cord - Prevention
The best way to prevent labour and delivery complications due to a short cord is to ensure that the pregnant woman has regular antenatal care throughout her pregnancy. this includes monitoring the length of the umbilical cord and taking appropriate action if it is found to be shorter than normal. additionally, it is important to ensure that the mother receives adequate nutrition and hydration, and is free from any other medical conditions that could increase the risk of complications.