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(P13.1) Other birth injuries to skull
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329 077 in individuals diagnosis other birth injuries to skull confirmed
Diagnosis other birth injuries to skull is diagnosed Men are 12.16% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis other birth injuries to skull
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis other birth injuries to skull
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other birth injuries to skull - 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 5-19, 25-29, 40-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 20-24, 30-39
Disease Features other birth injuries to skull
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other birth injuries to skull - what does this mean
Other birth injuries to the skull can occur due to excessive pressure on the head during delivery, which can cause fractures, swelling, or bleeding in the brain. in some cases, the baby's skull may be too small to fit through the birth canal, resulting in compression of the skull and possible injury.
What happens during the disease - other birth injuries to skull
Other birth injuries to the skull can be caused by a variety of factors, including a difficult delivery, a large baby, or a small birth canal. these injuries can range from minor bruising or swelling of the skull to more serious fractures and bleeding. in some cases, the infant may also suffer from a lack of oxygen, resulting in brain damage or even death. in the most severe cases, surgery may be needed to repair the damage.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- X-ray imaging
- CT scan
- MRI scan
- Ultrasound scan
- Blood tests
- Genetic testing
- Neurological tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To reduce the risk of further injury and to improve the patient's quality of life.
- Regular monitoring of the patient's condition.
- Close monitoring of any changes in the patient's symptoms.
- Regular imaging scans to monitor the condition of the skull.
- Physical therapy to improve motor function.
- Occupational therapy to improve cognitive and social functioning.
- Speech therapy to improve communication skills.
- Psychological counseling to help the patient cope with the injury.
- Medications to reduce inflammation and pain.
- Surgery to correct any deformities or to repair any damage to the skull.
8 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Other birth injuries to skull - Prevention
Prevention of other birth injuries to the skull can be achieved by performing regular ultrasounds throughout the pregnancy to monitor the baby's growth and position and to ensure that the baby is in an optimal position for delivery. additionally, proper use of forceps and vacuum extraction during delivery can minimize the risk of skull trauma.