(O22) Venous complications and haemorrhoids in pregnancy

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186 599 in individuals diagnosis venous complications and haemorrhoids in pregnancy confirmed

1 714 deaths with diagnosis venous complications and haemorrhoids in pregnancy

1% mortality rate associated with the disease venous complications and haemorrhoids in pregnancy

Etiology Pathogenesis Clinical Pattern Diagnostics Treatment Prevention

Diagnosis venous complications and haemorrhoids in pregnancy is diagnosed Prevalent in Women Only

Men receive the diagnosis venous complications and haemorrhoids in pregnancy

0 (No mortality)

Died from this diagnosis.

100

186 599

Women receive the diagnosis venous complications and haemorrhoids in pregnancy

1 714 (0.9 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease venous complications and haemorrhoids in pregnancy - Men aged 0 and Women aged 30-34

No Cases of the Disease Venous complications and haemorrhoids in pregnancy identified in Men

Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-14, 50-59, 65-69, 75-95+

In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 15-49, 60-64, 70-74

Disease Features venous complications and haemorrhoids in pregnancy

Absence or low individual and public risk

Venous complications and haemorrhoids in pregnancy - what does this mean

Venous complications and haemorrhoids during pregnancy are caused by increased pressure on the veins in the pelvic area due to the growing uterus. this increased pressure can cause blood to pool in the veins leading to varicose veins and haemorrhoids. in addition, hormonal changes during pregnancy can weaken the walls of the veins and cause them to become enlarged and swollen.

What happens during the disease - venous complications and haemorrhoids in pregnancy

Venous complications and haemorrhoids in pregnancy are caused by the increased pressure on the veins in the abdomen due to the growing uterus, which reduces the return of blood to the heart and increases the pressure in the veins. this increased pressure causes the veins to swell and become varicose, leading to the formation of haemorrhoids. other factors that can contribute to the development of these conditions include increased water retention, increased straining during bowel movements, and prolonged standing or sitting.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

Physical examination of the abdomen, pelvis and rectum
Ultrasound of the abdomen and pelvis
Doppler ultrasound of the lower extremities
Gynaecological examination
Endoscopy of the rectum
Blood tests
Urine tests

Treatment and Medical Assistance

The main goal of the treatment is to reduce the symptoms of venous complications and haemorrhoids in pregnancy.

Increase fiber in the diet
Increase water intake
Regular exercise
Avoid sitting or standing for long periods of time
Elevate feet when resting
Wear supportive stockings or compression bandages
Take sitz baths
Use topical treatments such as creams, ointments, and suppositories
Undergo sclerotherapy to reduce the size of the veins
Undergo surgical procedures to remove the haemorrhoids

6 Days of Hospitalization Required

Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Venous complications and haemorrhoids in pregnancy - Prevention

The best way to prevent venous complications and haemorrhoids during pregnancy is to maintain a healthy lifestyle, with regular exercise, a balanced diet, and adequate hydration. additionally, it is important to avoid prolonged sitting or standing, and to elevate the legs whenever possible. wearing supportive clothing and avoiding constipation can also help reduce the risk of developing these conditions.

Main symptoms of the disease venous complications and haemorrhoids in pregnancy

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Specified forms of the disease

(O22.0) Varicose veins of lower extremity in pregnancy
(O22.1) Genital varices in pregnancy
(O22.2) Superficial thrombophlebitis in pregnancy
(O22.3) Deep phlebothrombosis in pregnancy
(O22.4) Haemorrhoids in pregnancy
(O22.5) Cerebral venous thrombosis in pregnancy
(O22.8) Other venous complications in pregnancy
(O22.9) Venous complication in pregnancy, unspecified

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