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(P20.9) Intrauterine hypoxia, unspecified
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752 433 in individuals diagnosis intrauterine hypoxia, unspecified confirmed
5 296 deaths with diagnosis intrauterine hypoxia, unspecified
1% mortality rate associated with the disease intrauterine hypoxia, unspecified
Diagnosis intrauterine hypoxia, unspecified is diagnosed Men are 9.05% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis intrauterine hypoxia, unspecified
2 899 (0.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis intrauterine hypoxia, unspecified
2 397 (0.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease intrauterine hypoxia, unspecified - 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, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Intrauterine hypoxia, unspecified - what does this mean
Intrauterine hypoxia is a condition in which the fetus lacks sufficient oxygen in the womb. this can be caused by a number of factors, including placental insufficiency, maternal hypertension, or poor blood flow to the uterus. it can lead to poor growth, organ damage, and other complications.
What happens during the disease - intrauterine hypoxia, unspecified
Intrauterine hypoxia is a condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen to the fetus, leading to tissue hypoxia. this can be caused by a variety of factors, including placental insufficiency, maternal hypotension, maternal anemia, or fetal hypoxia due to fetal malformations or genetic abnormalities. the lack of oxygen to the fetus can lead to an array of complications, such as poor fetal growth, intrauterine death, or neurological damage.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Obtain a detailed medical history.
- Perform physical examination.
- Conduct laboratory tests.
- Order imaging tests such as ultrasound, CT scan, MRI, etc.
- Perform fetal monitoring tests.
- Perform fetal biophysical profile.
- Perform umbilical artery Doppler studies.
- Perform amniocentesis.
- Perform umbilical cord blood sampling.
- Perform fetal echocardiography.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of treatment: To reduce the risk of hypoxia and improve fetal outcomes.
- Administer oxygen or an oxygen-enriched environment to the mother
- Monitor the fetal heart rate and oxygen saturation levels
- Monitor the mother for signs of infection
- Administer medications to reduce the risk of infection
- Administer medications to reduce the risk of preterm labor
- Administer medications to reduce the risk of placental abruption
- Monitor the mother's blood pressure and glucose levels
- Administer medications to reduce the risk of preeclampsia
- Provide nutritional counseling and support
- Monitor the mother's weight and fluid balance
- Provide emotional support to the mother
9 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Intrauterine hypoxia, unspecified - Prevention
Intrauterine hypoxia, unspecified can be prevented by maintaining a healthy lifestyle during pregnancy, such as eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly, and avoiding smoking, alcohol, and drug use. additionally, regular prenatal care is essential for monitoring the health of the mother and baby and identifying any potential risks.