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(O42.9) Premature rupture of membranes, unspecified
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2 513 045 in individuals diagnosis premature rupture of membranes, unspecified confirmed
Diagnosis premature rupture of membranes, unspecified is diagnosed Prevalent in Women Only
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0 (No mortality)Died from this diagnosis.
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2 513 045
Women receive the diagnosis premature rupture of membranes, unspecified
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease premature rupture of membranes, unspecified - Men aged 0 and Women aged 30-34
No Cases of the Disease Premature rupture of membranes, unspecified 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, 55-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 15-54
Disease Features premature rupture of membranes, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Premature rupture of membranes, unspecified - what does this mean
Premature rupture of membranes (prom) is the spontaneous rupture of the amniotic sac before the onset of labor, resulting in the leakage of amniotic fluid. it is a common cause of preterm labor and can lead to a number of complications, including infection, cord prolapse, and fetal distress.
What happens during the disease - premature rupture of membranes, unspecified
Premature rupture of membranes (prom) is a condition in which the amniotic sac that surrounds the fetus in the uterus breaks before labor begins. this can be caused by a weakening of the membranes due to infection, inflammation, or trauma, or it can be caused by an increase in pressure in the uterus due to the presence of multiple fetuses, a large fetus, or a uterus that has become stretched due to a large fibroid. in some cases, the cause of prom is unknown.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Ultrasound scan
- Fetal heart rate monitoring
- Amniocentesis
- Blood tests
- Cultures and Gram stain
- Urine tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the risk of infection and maintain the health of the mother and baby.
- Monitoring of the mother and baby's health
- Administering antibiotics
- Induction of labor
- Cesarean section
- Fetal monitoring
- Amnioinfusion
- Antenatal corticosteroids
- Antepartum antibiotic prophylaxis
- Intravenous hydration
- Intrauterine pressure catheter
- Fetal scalp sampling
- Antepartum ultrasound
- Regular check-ups
6 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Premature rupture of membranes, unspecified - Prevention
The best way to prevent premature rupture of membranes, unspecified is to practice good prenatal care, including regular visits to the doctor, adequate nutrition, and abstaining from smoking and alcohol. additionally, monitoring the health of the mother and fetus throughout the pregnancy can help identify any potential risk factors that may lead to premature rupture of membranes.