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(P11.9) Birth injury to central nervous system, unspecified
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13 772 in individuals diagnosis birth injury to central nervous system, unspecified confirmed
1 165 deaths with diagnosis birth injury to central nervous system, unspecified
9% mortality rate associated with the disease birth injury to central nervous system, unspecified
Diagnosis birth injury to central nervous system, unspecified is diagnosed Men are 30.34% more likely than Women
8 975
Men receive the diagnosis birth injury to central nervous system, unspecified
582 (6.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis birth injury to central nervous system, unspecified
583 (12.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease birth injury to central nervous system, unspecified - 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 birth injury to central nervous system, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Birth injury to central nervous system, unspecified - what does this mean
Birth injury to the central nervous system is caused by trauma to the head or neck, resulting in damage to the brain or spinal cord during the birthing process. this can occur due to a variety of factors, including a difficult delivery, an underlying medical condition, or an infection.
What happens during the disease - birth injury to central nervous system, unspecified
Birth injury to the central nervous system is caused by a variety of factors, including trauma during delivery, oxygen deprivation, and infection. this trauma can lead to physical damage to the brain or spinal cord, resulting in a range of neurological deficits that can range from mild to severe. the exact cause of the injury is often difficult to determine, and can have long-term implications for the affected individual.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Obtain medical history and review of past medical records
- Perform neurological examination
- Order imaging studies such as CT scan, MRI, or ultrasound
- Order laboratory tests such as blood tests or genetic tests
- Consult with a specialist such as a neurologist or neurosurgeon
- Perform a lumbar puncture (spinal tap) to collect cerebrospinal fluid for analysis
- Perform an electroencephalogram (EEG) to measure electrical activity in the brain
- Conduct a neuropsychological evaluation to assess cognitive and behavioral functioning
- Conduct a physical therapy evaluation to assess motor skills
- Conduct a speech and language evaluation to assess communication skills
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To improve the functioning of the central nervous system.
- Administration of medications to reduce inflammation and improve nerve functioning.
- Physical therapy to improve motor skills.
- Occupational therapy to improve daily functioning.
- Speech therapy to improve communication.
- Counseling to help the patient cope with the diagnosis.
- Nutrition therapy to ensure proper nutrition.
- Behavioral therapy to help the patient manage their emotions.
- Alternative therapies such as acupuncture, massage, and yoga.
- Surgery to repair any damage to the nervous system.
11 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Birth injury to central nervous system, unspecified - Prevention
To prevent birth injury to the central nervous system, it is important to ensure that the mother has adequate prenatal care, including regular check-ups and monitoring of the baby's health. additionally, the mother should avoid activities that could cause trauma to the baby, such as smoking, drinking alcohol, or taking drugs during pregnancy. proper nutrition and exercise are also important to ensure the baby is healthy and strong.