(P11) Other birth injuries to central nervous system

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13 772 in individuals diagnosis other birth injuries to central nervous system confirmed
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1 165 deaths with diagnosis other birth injuries to central nervous system
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9% mortality rate associated with the disease other birth injuries to central nervous system

Diagnosis other birth injuries to central nervous system is diagnosed Men are 30.34% more likely than Women

8 975

Men receive the diagnosis other birth injuries to central nervous system

582 (6.5 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis other birth injuries to central nervous system

583 (12.2 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease other birth injuries to central nervous system - Men and Women aged 0

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-29, 35-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 30-34

Disease Features other birth injuries to central nervous system

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Other birth injuries to central nervous system - what does this mean

Other birth injuries to the central nervous system occur when the baby experiences an interruption of oxygen supply during delivery, resulting in damage to the brain, spinal cord, or nerves. this can be caused by a prolonged labor, a difficult delivery, or a complication with the umbilical cord.

What happens during the disease - other birth injuries to central nervous system

Other birth injuries to the central nervous system can occur when the mother experiences a prolonged labor, when the baby is large, or when the baby is in an abnormal position. these injuries can cause damage to the baby’s brain, spinal cord, or nerves, resulting in physical and cognitive disabilities, paralysis, and even death. in some cases, the cause of the injury may be unknown.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Physical examination
  • Neurological examination
  • Imaging studies such as MRI and CT scan
  • Electroencephalogram (EEG)
  • Cerebral spinal fluid analysis
  • Genetic testing
  • Developmental assessments
  • Neuropsychological testing

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the symptoms and improve the functioning of the central nervous system.
  • Medication to reduce inflammation and control seizures
  • Physical therapy to improve mobility and range of motion
  • Occupational therapy to improve coordination and fine motor skills
  • Speech therapy to improve communication and language skills
  • Behavioral therapy to improve social and emotional functioning
  • Nutritional therapy to improve physical health
  • Psychological counseling to help manage stress and anxiety
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11 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Other birth injuries to central nervous system - Prevention

The best way to prevent birth injuries to the central nervous system is to ensure that the mother and baby receive adequate prenatal care throughout the pregnancy. this includes regular checkups, proper nutrition, and avoiding any activities that may put the mother or baby at risk of injury. additionally, proper monitoring during labor and delivery is essential to identify any potential issues that could lead to an injury.

Specified forms of the disease

(P11.0) Cerebral oedema due to birth injury
(P11.1) Other specified brain damage due to birth injury
(P11.2) Unspecified brain damage due to birth injury
(P11.3) Birth injury to facial nerve
(P11.4) Birth injury to other cranial nerves
(P11.5) Birth injury to spine and spinal cord
(P11.9) Birth injury to central nervous system, unspecified