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(P54.1) Neonatal melaena
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277 162 in individuals diagnosis neonatal melaena confirmed
1 522 deaths with diagnosis neonatal melaena
1% mortality rate associated with the disease neonatal melaena
Diagnosis neonatal melaena is diagnosed Men are 14.69% more likely than Women
158 936
Men receive the diagnosis neonatal melaena
898 (0.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis neonatal melaena
624 (0.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease neonatal melaena - Men and Women aged 0
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 0-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1
Disease Features neonatal melaena
Absence or low individual and public risk
Neonatal melaena - what does this mean
Neonatal melaena is a rare condition that occurs when a newborn infant passes dark-coloured stools that contain blood. it is usually caused by a tear in the anal canal or by a bleeding disorder, such as thrombocytopenia or von willebrand disease. it can also be caused by an infection, such as a viral or bacterial infection, or a congenital abnormality, such as a malformation of the gastrointestinal tract.
What happens during the disease - neonatal melaena
Neonatal melena is a condition in which the baby passes dark, tarry stools due to the presence of digested blood. this is usually caused by a disruption in the baby's gastrointestinal tract, such as an obstruction or infection. in some cases, it can be caused by a congenital defect in the gastrointestinal tract, or an inherited disorder such as hemophilia. in any case, the disruption can lead to the breakdown of red blood cells, which then pass through the digestive tract and appear as dark, tarry stools.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the infant
- Blood tests to check for anemia
- Stool sample to check for presence of blood
- Ultrasound of the abdomen
- X-ray of the abdomen
- CT scan of the abdomen
- Endoscopy of the stomach and duodenum
- Upper GI series
- Barium enema
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal of the Treatment: Treat the underlying cause of the Neonatal Melaena
- Perform a physical examination to identify any underlying cause of melaena.
- Administer antibiotics to treat any infection.
- Administer medications to reduce inflammation and pain.
- Administer blood transfusions as needed.
- Perform surgery to remove any obstruction in the gastrointestinal tract.
- Administer iron supplements to treat anemia.
- Monitor the baby's vital signs and stool output.
- Provide supportive care to reduce the risk of complications.
8 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Neonatal melaena - Prevention
Neonatal melaena can be prevented by avoiding vaginal delivery when possible, providing prenatal care to pregnant women to detect and treat any infections, and ensuring proper hygiene during delivery. additionally, the use of prophylactic antibiotics during delivery can help reduce the risk of neonatal melaena.