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(Z37.1) Single stillbirth
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84 253 in individuals diagnosis single stillbirth confirmed
Diagnosis single stillbirth is diagnosed Women are 87.41% more likely than Men
5 305
Men receive the diagnosis single stillbirth
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis single stillbirth
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease single stillbirth - Men aged 0 and Women aged 30-34
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-14, 45-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 15-44
Disease Features single stillbirth
Absence or low individual and public risk
Single stillbirth - what does this mean
Single stillbirth occurs when a baby dies in the uterus before or during delivery. it is usually caused by complications with the placenta, umbilical cord, or the baby's health, and can be due to genetic or environmental factors.
What happens during the disease - single stillbirth
Single stillbirth is a pregnancy loss that occurs after 20 weeks of gestation. the exact cause of single stillbirth is often unknown, but potential causes can include placental insufficiency, fetal hypoxia, maternal medical conditions such as hypertension or diabetes, and infection. other risk factors can include advanced maternal age, smoking, and obesity. in some cases, genetic abnormalities or chromosomal abnormalities in the fetus can also be a factor.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Obtain a detailed medical history from the patient.
- Conduct a physical examination of the patient.
- Order a complete blood count and other laboratory tests.
- Perform an ultrasound to check the fetal anatomy and measure the fetal size.
- Conduct a genetic screening test.
- Order an amniocentesis to test for chromosomal abnormalities.
- Perform an autopsy to determine the cause of death.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: Reduce the risk of having a single stillbirth in the future.
- Regular prenatal care visits
- Testing for any infections
- Monitoring for signs of fetal distress
- Avoiding smoking and alcohol
- Eating a healthy diet
- Taking folic acid supplements
- Getting regular exercise
- Avoiding exposure to toxins
- Managing any underlying medical conditions
- Avoiding stress and getting adequate rest
4 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Single stillbirth - Prevention
The best way to prevent single stillbirth is to ensure that pregnant women receive regular prenatal care, including regular ultrasound scans to monitor the baby's growth and development. this will allow any potential issues to be identified and addressed early on, helping to reduce the risk of stillbirth. additionally, pregnant women should be encouraged to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including eating a balanced diet and avoiding smoking, alcohol, and drugs.