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(O70.9) Perineal laceration during delivery, unspecified
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3 748 541 in individuals diagnosis perineal laceration during delivery, unspecified confirmed
Diagnosis perineal laceration during delivery, unspecified is diagnosed Prevalent in Women Only
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Men receive the diagnosis perineal laceration during delivery, unspecified
0 (No mortality)Died from this diagnosis.
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3 748 541
Women receive the diagnosis perineal laceration during delivery, unspecified
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease perineal laceration during delivery, unspecified - Men aged 0 and Women aged 30-34
No Cases of the Disease Perineal laceration during delivery, unspecified identified in Men
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 50-59, 70-79, 85-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 10-49, 60-69, 80-84
Disease Features perineal laceration during delivery, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Perineal laceration during delivery, unspecified - what does this mean
Perineal laceration during delivery, unspecified, is a tear in the area between the vagina and the anus that occurs during childbirth. it is caused by the stretching of the skin and tissue in the area due to the baby's head passing through the birth canal. the severity of the laceration can vary, ranging from a small tear to a deep tear that requires stitches.
What happens during the disease - perineal laceration during delivery, unspecified
Perineal laceration during delivery is a tear in the tissue between the vagina and the anus that can occur during childbirth. it is most likely caused by the pressure of the baby's head passing through the birth canal, which can cause the tissue to tear. it can also occur due to an episiotomy (a surgical incision made to enlarge the birth canal). other factors that can contribute to a perineal laceration include a large baby, a long labor, a baby in an abnormal position, or a lack of perineal support during delivery.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the affected area
- Ultrasound imaging
- CT scan
- MRI scan
- Blood tests
- Urine tests
- Stool tests
- Cystoscopy
- Biopsy
- Genetic testing
- Psychological evaluation
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To prevent infection, reduce pain, and promote healing.
- Administer antibiotics to prevent infection.
- Prescribe analgesics to reduce pain.
- Apply a topical ointment to the affected area to promote healing.
- Perform a surgical repair of the laceration, if necessary.
- Provide patient education about proper wound care.
- Monitor the patient for signs of infection.
4 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Perineal laceration during delivery, unspecified - Prevention
The best way to prevent perineal laceration during delivery is to use proper positioning during labor, such as squatting or side-lying positions, and to avoid pushing too hard during delivery. additionally, using warm compresses during labor and delivery can help to reduce the risk of perineal laceration. finally, ensuring that the perineum is adequately lubricated throughout labor and delivery can help to reduce the risk of perineal laceration.