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(P28.9) Respiratory condition of newborn, unspecified
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846 603 in individuals diagnosis respiratory condition of newborn, unspecified confirmed
7 662 deaths with diagnosis respiratory condition of newborn, unspecified
1% mortality rate associated with the disease respiratory condition of newborn, unspecified
Diagnosis respiratory condition of newborn, unspecified is diagnosed Men are 16.93% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis respiratory condition of newborn, unspecified
3 680 (0.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis respiratory condition of newborn, unspecified
3 982 (1.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease respiratory condition of newborn, unspecified - 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 condition of newborn, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Respiratory condition of newborn, unspecified - what does this mean
Respiratory condition of newborn, unspecified is a broad term used to describe any respiratory condition that occurs in a newborn. these conditions can range from mild to severe, and can be caused by a variety of factors including infection, prematurity, and congenital abnormalities. treatment and management of these conditions depend on the underlying cause.
What happens during the disease - respiratory condition of newborn, unspecified
Respiratory conditions of newborns, unspecified, is a broad term used to describe a range of conditions that can affect a newborn's ability to breathe properly. these conditions can be caused by a variety of factors, including preterm birth, maternal smoking, infection, and congenital malformations. in some cases, the cause of the condition may be unknown. the condition can cause difficulty in breathing, wheezing, and coughing, and in some cases can lead to respiratory failure and even death. treatment typically involves supportive care and medications to address the underlying cause, if known.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Perform physical examination of the newborn, including auscultation of the lungs.
- Order chest X-ray to assess the extent of the respiratory condition.
- Order pulmonary function tests to measure the infant's lung capacity and function.
- Perform blood tests to check for infection, inflammation, and other abnormalities.
- Perform a bronchoscopy to examine the airways and collect samples for testing.
- Order an echocardiogram to assess the heart's function.
- Perform an electrocardiogram to check for abnormal heart rhythms.
- Order an MRI or CT scan to evaluate the lungs and other organs.
- Order a pulse oximetry test to measure the amount of oxygen in the blood.
- Order an arterial blood gas test to measure the oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in the blood.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the symptoms of the newborn's respiratory condition.
- Provide oxygen therapy
- Monitor breathing rate and oxygen saturation
- Administer medications for bronchodilation and/or inflammation
- Provide suctioning of the airways
- Administer chest physical therapy
- Administer humidified oxygen
- Administer aerosolized medications
- Administer antibiotics
- Provide postural drainage
- Administer non-invasive positive pressure ventilation
- Administer mechanical ventilation
21 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Respiratory condition of newborn, unspecified - Prevention
The best way to prevent respiratory conditions of newborns is to ensure that pregnant women receive regular prenatal care, practice good hygiene, and avoid exposure to environmental toxins. additionally, mothers should be vaccinated against whooping cough and the flu to reduce the risk of passing these illnesses to their newborns.