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(P07.3) Other preterm infants
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7 219 181 in individuals diagnosis other preterm infants confirmed
93 609 deaths with diagnosis other preterm infants
1% mortality rate associated with the disease other preterm infants
Diagnosis other preterm infants is diagnosed Men are 8.64% more likely than Women
3 921 368
Men receive the diagnosis other preterm infants
54 851 (1.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis other preterm infants
38 758 (1.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other preterm infants - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 5-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 5-29, 35-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 30-34
Disease Features other preterm infants
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other preterm infants - what does this mean
Other preterm infants are born before 37 weeks of gestation, often due to a variety of medical conditions such as premature labor, multiple gestations, maternal medical conditions, and placental dysfunction. these infants are at an increased risk of complications due to their immature organ systems and require close monitoring and specialized medical care.
What happens during the disease - other preterm infants
Other preterm infants are born before 37 weeks of gestation and may have an increased risk of developing various health complications due to inadequate development of organs and systems. these infants may be at risk for respiratory distress syndrome, intraventricular hemorrhage, necrotizing enterocolitis, and sepsis, which can result in long-term neurological and developmental disabilities. additionally, preterm infants are at an increased risk for hypothermia, hypoglycemia, anemia, and jaundice, which can lead to further health complications.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Obtain a complete medical history
- Perform a physical examination
- Conduct laboratory tests, such as complete blood count, blood culture, and urine analysis
- Order imaging studies such as an ultrasound or X-ray
- Perform a lumbar puncture to examine the cerebrospinal fluid
- Assess the infant's breathing patterns
- Evaluate the infant's ability to feed and gain weight
- Perform a hearing test
- Perform a vision screening
- Perform a neurological assessment
- Assess the infant's risk for infection
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To provide care and treatment for preterm infants to prevent and reduce the risk of complications and improve their overall health.
- Monitoring of vital signs
- Administering medications to treat infections and other complications
- Providing nutrition and hydration
- Assisting with breathing, if needed
- Providing skin-to-skin contact
- Monitoring for signs of infection or other complications
- Assessing for developmental delays
- Providing physical and occupational therapy
- Encouraging parents to be involved in their baby’s care
- Providing emotional support for parents
- Referring to other specialists, if needed
30 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Other preterm infants - Prevention
The best way to prevent other preterm infants is to ensure that pregnant women have access to quality prenatal care, including regular check-ups, nutrition counseling, and screening for infections and other health conditions. additionally, pregnant women should be encouraged to practice healthy lifestyle habits, such as avoiding smoking, alcohol and drug use, and maintaining a healthy diet and exercise routine.