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(P28.5) Respiratory failure of newborn
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846 603 in individuals diagnosis respiratory failure of newborn confirmed
7 662 deaths with diagnosis respiratory failure of newborn
1% mortality rate associated with the disease respiratory failure of newborn
Diagnosis respiratory failure of newborn is diagnosed Men are 16.93% more likely than Women
494 955
Men receive the diagnosis respiratory failure of newborn
3 680 (0.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis respiratory failure of newborn
3 982 (1.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease respiratory failure of newborn - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 5-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 5-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5
Disease Features respiratory failure of newborn
Absence or low individual and public risk
Respiratory failure of newborn - what does this mean
Respiratory failure of newborn is a condition in which the newborn is unable to maintain adequate oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in the blood, and is unable to breathe on its own. this can be caused by a variety of factors, including birth defects, infection, or an immature respiratory system. treatment of respiratory failure of newborn can include oxygen therapy, mechanical ventilation, and other supportive measures.
What happens during the disease - respiratory failure of newborn
Respiratory failure of newborn is a condition in which the newborn is unable to adequately exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide in the lungs. this is often caused by an immature respiratory system, insufficient surfactant production, or excessive lung fluid. in some cases, a blockage of the airways due to a foreign object or infection can also cause respiratory failure. inadequate oxygen levels can lead to hypoxia, a condition in which the body tissues and organs do not receive enough oxygen to function properly. this can cause organ damage and even death if not treated promptly.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Blood tests
- Chest X-ray
- Pulmonary Function Tests
- Arterial Blood Gas Analysis
- Echocardiogram
- CT scan
- Electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Ultrasound
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To improve the respiratory efficiency of the newborn
- Administer oxygen therapy
- Provide positive pressure ventilation
- Administer medications to reduce airway resistance
- Provide mechanical ventilation
- Administer bronchodilators to reduce airway obstruction
- Provide humidified oxygen therapy
- Administer antibiotics to reduce infection
- Provide nutritional support
- Provide chest physiotherapy
- Monitor oxygen saturation levels
21 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Respiratory failure of newborn - Prevention
Respiratory failure in newborns can be prevented by ensuring adequate prenatal care, monitoring the baby's oxygen levels during labor and delivery, and providing prompt and appropriate care for any respiratory conditions that may arise. additionally, breastfeeding and avoiding smoking and secondhand smoke can help to reduce the risk of respiratory failure in newborns.