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(P20.1) Intrauterine hypoxia first noted during labour and delivery
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752 433 in individuals diagnosis intrauterine hypoxia first noted during labour and delivery confirmed
5 296 deaths with diagnosis intrauterine hypoxia first noted during labour and delivery
1% mortality rate associated with the disease intrauterine hypoxia first noted during labour and delivery
Diagnosis intrauterine hypoxia first noted during labour and delivery is diagnosed Men are 9.05% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis intrauterine hypoxia first noted during labour and delivery
2 899 (0.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis intrauterine hypoxia first noted during labour and delivery
2 397 (0.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease intrauterine hypoxia first noted during labour and delivery - 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 intrauterine hypoxia first noted during labour and delivery
Absence or low individual and public risk
Intrauterine hypoxia first noted during labour and delivery - what does this mean
Intrauterine hypoxia is a condition in which the fetus does not receive adequate oxygen supply during labour and delivery due to a decrease in the oxygen concentration in the uterus. this can be caused by a number of factors, including placental insufficiency, umbilical cord compression, or maternal health issues. the lack of oxygen can cause serious health problems for the fetus, including neurological damage, organ failure, and even death.
What happens during the disease - intrauterine hypoxia first noted during labour and delivery
Intrauterine hypoxia is caused by a decrease in the amount of oxygen delivered to the fetus during labour and delivery. this can be caused by a variety of factors, including placental dysfunction, maternal hypotension, or decreased uterine blood flow. this decrease in oxygen delivery can lead to a decrease in fetal oxygenation, resulting in hypoxia and a range of associated complications.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Obtain a detailed obstetric history
- Perform physical examination to assess current health status
- Order laboratory tests to evaluate fetal oxygenation
- Conduct imaging studies to assess fetal growth and development
- Perform a fetal echocardiogram to assess cardiac function
- Order an umbilical cord gas analysis to evaluate oxygenation
- Perform a placental biopsy to evaluate placental structure and function
- Conduct an autopsy to evaluate the cause of intrauterine hypoxia
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To improve the oxygen supply to the fetus and reduce the risk of complications from intrauterine hypoxia.
- Monitor fetal heart rate and oxygen levels during labour and delivery.
- Administer oxygen to the mother during labour and delivery.
- Administer medications to the mother to improve uterine contractions.
- Administer medications to the fetus to improve oxygen supply.
- Perform an emergency caesarean section if necessary.
- Provide supportive care to the infant after birth.
- Monitor the infant's oxygen levels and vital signs.
- Provide appropriate nutrition and fluids to the infant.
- Provide respiratory support if necessary.
- Monitor for signs of neurological impairment.
9 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Intrauterine hypoxia first noted during labour and delivery - Prevention
Intrauterine hypoxia can be prevented by monitoring fetal heart rate during labor and delivery, ensuring adequate oxygen supply to the mother, and providing supportive care for the mother and baby during labor and delivery. additionally, antenatal care should be provided to ensure the mother and baby are in optimal health prior to labor and delivery.