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(P05.1) Small for gestational age
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2 344 981 in individuals diagnosis small for gestational age confirmed
4 127 deaths with diagnosis small for gestational age
Diagnosis small for gestational age is diagnosed Women are 9.04% more likely than Men
1 066 458
Men receive the diagnosis small for gestational age
2 134 (0.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis small for gestational age
1 993 (0.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease small for gestational age - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 10-19
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 20-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 20-24, 30-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-19, 25-29
Disease Features small for gestational age
Absence or low individual and public risk
Small for gestational age - what does this mean
Small for gestational age (sga) is a condition in which a baby is born smaller than average for the number of weeks of pregnancy. it is usually caused by a lack of nutrition or oxygen to the baby during gestation, but can also be caused by genetic or chromosomal abnormalities.
What happens during the disease - small for gestational age
Small for gestational age (sga) is a condition in which a baby is born smaller than average for the gestational age. this is usually caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors, such as poor maternal nutrition or inadequate fetal growth due to placental insufficiency. inadequate nutrition can lead to decreased fetal growth, while placental insufficiency can cause a decrease in the supply of oxygen and nutrients to the fetus, resulting in an overall decrease in fetal growth. additionally, genetic factors such as chromosomal abnormalities or inherited conditions can also contribute to sga.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Obtain patient's medical history
- Perform physical examination
- Order laboratory tests, such as complete blood count, blood glucose, electrolytes, liver function tests, and thyroid tests
- Perform ultrasound to measure fetal growth and development
- Order genetic testing
- Perform detailed fetal assessment
- Refer patient to a specialist for further evaluation
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To improve the growth and development of the baby.
- Monitoring the baby's growth and development
- Administering medications such as corticosteroids to accelerate the baby's growth
- Providing nutritional support to the baby through breast milk or formula
- Monitoring the mother's health and nutrition
- Providing psychological support to the mother
- Providing education to the mother on the importance of nutrition and exercise
- Providing support to the family
- Referring the mother to other specialists as needed
11 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Small for gestational age - Prevention
Small for gestational age can be prevented by ensuring that pregnant women have access to regular prenatal care and nutrition, avoiding smoking and alcohol, managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, and controlling infections. additionally, pregnant women should take folic acid supplements and maintain a healthy weight.