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(P15.6) Subcutaneous fat necrosis due to birth injury
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174 818 in individuals diagnosis subcutaneous fat necrosis due to birth injury confirmed
1 462 deaths with diagnosis subcutaneous fat necrosis due to birth injury
1% mortality rate associated with the disease subcutaneous fat necrosis due to birth injury
Diagnosis subcutaneous fat necrosis due to birth injury is diagnosed Men are 14.19% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis subcutaneous fat necrosis due to birth injury
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis subcutaneous fat necrosis due to birth injury
1 462 (1.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease subcutaneous fat necrosis 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 0-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1
Disease Features subcutaneous fat necrosis due to birth injury
Absence or low individual and public risk
Subcutaneous fat necrosis due to birth injury - what does this mean
Subcutaneous fat necrosis due to birth injury occurs when a baby's skin and subcutaneous fat tissue are damaged during childbirth, resulting in the death of fat cells and the release of fatty acids into the bloodstream. this can cause inflammation, swelling, and pain in the affected area.
What happens during the disease - subcutaneous fat necrosis due to birth injury
Subcutaneous fat necrosis due to birth injury is a rare condition that occurs when the newborn's skin is compressed during delivery, leading to the death of fat cells in the subcutaneous tissue. this causes the affected area to become firm, red, and swollen and can lead to the formation of large, firm, yellowish-white lesions. the lesions may persist for weeks to months and can be accompanied by pain, inflammation, and drainage.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Obtain a detailed medical history from the patient.
- Conduct a physical examination of the affected area.
- Order laboratory tests, such as a complete blood count, urinalysis, and coagulation studies.
- Order imaging studies, such as an ultrasound, X-ray, or MRI, to evaluate the extent of the injury.
- Perform a biopsy of the affected area to confirm the diagnosis.
- Consult with a pediatric surgeon, if necessary.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To reduce pain and inflammation associated with Subcutaneous fat necrosis due to birth injury.
- Administer medications to reduce inflammation and pain.
- Apply topical creams and ointments to reduce inflammation.
- Administer antibiotics to reduce the risk of infection.
- Use physical therapy to reduce swelling and improve mobility.
- Perform surgical procedures to remove affected areas of tissue.
- Provide nutritional support to promote healing.
- Monitor the patient for signs of infection and other complications.
7 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Subcutaneous fat necrosis due to birth injury - Prevention
Subcutaneous fat necrosis due to birth injury is preventable by ensuring that the baby is delivered safely and with minimal force. the use of forceps or vacuum extraction should be avoided if possible, and the baby should be monitored for signs of distress during delivery. additionally, proper prenatal care, including adequate nutrition and regular check-ups, can help to reduce the risk of birth injury.