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(P13.4) Fracture of clavicle due to birth injury
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329 077 in individuals diagnosis fracture of clavicle due to birth injury confirmed
Diagnosis fracture of clavicle due to birth injury is diagnosed Men are 12.16% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis fracture of clavicle due to birth injury
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis fracture of clavicle due to birth injury
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease fracture of clavicle 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 5-19, 25-29, 40-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 20-24, 30-39
Disease Features fracture of clavicle due to birth injury
Absence or low individual and public risk
Fracture of clavicle due to birth injury - what does this mean
Fracture of the clavicle due to birth injury occurs when the baby's shoulder is compressed during delivery, causing the clavicle bone to break. this can happen if the baby is in an awkward position, or if the delivery is difficult. in some cases, the fracture can be caused by medical negligence during delivery.
What happens during the disease - fracture of clavicle due to birth injury
Fracture of the clavicle due to birth injury is caused by the excessive forces applied to the clavicle during delivery. these forces can be due to the baby's size or position, the size of the mother's pelvis, or the use of instruments such as forceps or vacuum extractors during delivery. the excessive force causes the clavicle to break, resulting in the fracture.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the affected area
- X-ray of the affected area
- CT scan of the affected area
- Ultrasound of the affected area
- MRI of the affected area
- Blood tests to check for infection
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce pain and restore the structure and function of the clavicle.
- Traction to reduce displacement
- Immobilization with a sling
- Constant monitoring of the fracture site
- Pain management with medications
- Physical therapy to restore range of motion
- Surgery to correct the fracture
- Follow-up X-rays to monitor healing
8 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Fracture of clavicle due to birth injury - Prevention
To prevent fracture of clavicle due to birth injury, it is important to ensure that the delivery is performed by experienced medical personnel, using appropriate delivery techniques and equipment. furthermore, it is important to monitor the baby's vital signs during delivery to detect any potential problems. finally, it is important to provide adequate prenatal care to ensure the baby is healthy and well-nourished prior to delivery.