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(P11.2) Unspecified brain damage due to birth injury
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13 772 in individuals diagnosis unspecified brain damage due to birth injury confirmed
1 165 deaths with diagnosis unspecified brain damage due to birth injury
9% mortality rate associated with the disease unspecified brain damage due to birth injury
Diagnosis unspecified brain damage due to birth injury is diagnosed Men are 30.34% more likely than Women
8 975
Men receive the diagnosis unspecified brain damage due to birth injury
582 (6.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis unspecified brain damage due to birth injury
583 (12.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease unspecified brain damage due to birth injury - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-29, 35-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 30-34
Disease Features unspecified brain damage due to birth injury
Absence or low individual and public risk
Unspecified brain damage due to birth injury - what does this mean
Unspecified brain damage due to birth injury is caused by physical trauma to the brain during labor and delivery, such as a prolonged labor or a baby being stuck in the birth canal. this can lead to oxygen deprivation, which can cause damage to the brain cells, resulting in a range of neurological conditions.
What happens during the disease - unspecified brain damage due to birth injury
Unspecified brain damage due to birth injury is caused by a disruption of oxygen supply to the brain during the birthing process. this can be caused by a variety of factors such as a prolonged labor, a difficult delivery, or a medical complication such as cord entanglement or a prolapsed umbilical cord. the lack of oxygen to the brain can lead to permanent damage to the brain, resulting in cognitive, motor, or sensory deficits.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Conduct a physical examination of the patient.
- Order a CT scan of the brain.
- Order an MRI scan of the brain.
- Order a neuropsychological assessment.
- Order an EEG to assess brain activity.
- Order an evoked potential test to measure nerve response.
- Order a blood test to check for metabolic disorders.
- Order a genetic test to check for any genetic abnormalities.
- Order a spinal tap to check for any neurological disorders.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To improve the functioning of the brain for the patient with unspecified brain damage due to birth injury.
- Administering medications to control seizures
- Physical therapy to improve motor skills
- Occupational therapy to improve daily functioning
- Speech therapy to improve communication
- Cognitive therapy to improve thinking and problem-solving skills
- Behavioral therapy to improve behavior and social skills
- Nutritional counseling to ensure proper nutrition
- Counseling to help the patient and family adjust to changes
- Support groups to provide emotional and social support
- Alternative therapies such as acupuncture or yoga
11 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Unspecified brain damage due to birth injury - Prevention
Unspecified brain damage due to birth injury can be prevented by taking measures to ensure a safe and healthy pregnancy, such as regular prenatal care, good nutrition, avoiding smoking and alcohol, and controlling any medical conditions the mother may have. additionally, medical professionals should monitor the baby during labor and delivery to ensure proper positioning and delivery techniques are used.