(P55.1) Abo isoimmunization of fetus and newborn

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747 925 in individuals diagnosis abo isoimmunization of fetus and newborn confirmed
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1 731 deaths with diagnosis abo isoimmunization of fetus and newborn

Diagnosis abo isoimmunization of fetus and newborn is diagnosed Women are 3.07% more likely than Men

362 484

Men receive the diagnosis abo isoimmunization of fetus and newborn

660 (0.2 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis abo isoimmunization of fetus and newborn

1 071 (0.3 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease abo isoimmunization of fetus and newborn - Men and Women aged 0

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 5-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1

Disease Features abo isoimmunization of fetus and newborn

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Abo isoimmunization of fetus and newborn - what does this mean

Abo isoimmunization of fetus and newborn occurs when there is a difference in blood type between the mother and the fetus or newborn. the mother's antibodies can cross the placenta and enter the fetal circulation, causing hemolysis of the infant's red blood cells. this can lead to anemia, jaundice, and other serious health problems.

What happens during the disease - abo isoimmunization of fetus and newborn

Abo isoimmunization of fetus and newborn is a condition in which an rh-negative pregnant woman produces antibodies against the rh-positive antigens of the fetus. these antibodies cross the placenta and cause hemolysis of the fetal red blood cells, leading to anemia, jaundice, and potential organ damage. treatment typically involves exchange transfusion of the newborn to replace the affected cells and immunoglobulin to neutralize the maternal antibodies.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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11 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Abo isoimmunization of fetus and newborn - Prevention

Abo isoimmunization of fetus and newborn can be prevented through antenatal testing of the mother's blood type and rh status, and postnatal testing of the newborn's blood type. if the mother is rh negative and the father is rh positive, the mother should receive rh immunoglobulin to prevent the formation of antibodies. if the mother is rh positive, she should receive rh immunoglobulin if the newborn is rh positive.

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