(O68.3) Labour and delivery complicated by biochemical evidence of fetal stress

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2 916 183 in individuals diagnosis labour and delivery complicated by biochemical evidence of fetal stress confirmed

Diagnosis labour and delivery complicated by biochemical evidence of fetal stress is diagnosed Women are 99.98% more likely than Men

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Risk Group for the Disease labour and delivery complicated by biochemical evidence of fetal stress - Men aged 20-24 and Women aged 30-34

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 20-24
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-19, 25-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 50-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 10-49

Disease Features labour and delivery complicated by biochemical evidence of fetal stress

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Labour and delivery complicated by biochemical evidence of fetal stress - what does this mean

Labour and delivery complicated by biochemical evidence of fetal stress occurs when the fetus does not receive enough oxygen or nutrients during labour and delivery, resulting in an increase in biomarkers such as lactate and ph in the fetal blood. this can lead to poor fetal outcomes such as stillbirth, low apgar scores, and neonatal morbidity.

What happens during the disease - labour and delivery complicated by biochemical evidence of fetal stress

The pathogenesis of labour and delivery complicated by biochemical evidence of fetal stress is likely due to a combination of factors, including maternal and fetal physiology, as well as potential environmental or medical factors. maternal physiology can affect the fetus through hormones, oxygen, and nutrients, while fetal physiology can be affected by genetic and epigenetic factors. environmental factors such as maternal stress, infection, and nutrition can also contribute to fetal stress. medical factors such as preterm labour, placental insufficiency, or preeclampsia can also lead to biochemical evidence of fetal stress.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Perform a physical exam of the mother and fetus.
  • Obtain a detailed medical history.
  • Perform laboratory tests to measure the levels of fetal stress hormones.
  • Perform an ultrasound to assess fetal growth and development.
  • Conduct a fetal monitoring to measure fetal heart rate and uterine activity.
  • Monitor the mother's vital signs.
  • Administer medications to reduce fetal distress.
  • Perform an emergency cesarean section if necessary.

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main Goal: To reduce biochemical evidence of fetal stress during labour and delivery.
  • Monitoring fetal heart rate
  • Administering oxygen to the mother
  • Administering medications to reduce uterine contractions
  • Intravenous fluids to the mother
  • Performing an amnioinfusion to reduce the risk of umbilical cord compression
  • Performing an episiotomy to reduce the risk of fetal distress
  • Administering medications to reduce pain during labour and delivery
  • Performing a cesarean section to reduce the risk of fetal distress
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11 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Labour and delivery complicated by biochemical evidence of fetal stress - Prevention

The best way to prevent labour and delivery complicated by biochemical evidence of fetal stress is to ensure the mother has regular prenatal care throughout her pregnancy, including monitoring of the baby's growth and well-being. it is also important for the mother to maintain a healthy lifestyle including a balanced diet and regular exercise. additionally, avoiding smoking, alcohol, and illicit drugs is essential for a healthy pregnancy.