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(P35) Congenital viral diseases
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23 153 in individuals diagnosis congenital viral diseases confirmed
2 739 deaths with diagnosis congenital viral diseases
12% mortality rate associated with the disease congenital viral diseases
Diagnosis congenital viral diseases is diagnosed Men are 0.03% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis congenital viral diseases
1 628 (14.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis congenital viral diseases
1 111 (9.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease congenital viral diseases - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 10-14
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 5-9, 15-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-49, 55-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 50-54
Disease Features congenital viral diseases
Absence or low individual and public risk
Congenital viral diseases - what does this mean
Congenital viral diseases are caused by a virus that is passed from the mother to the baby during pregnancy or delivery. the virus can cause severe birth defects, developmental disabilities, and even death in some cases.
What happens during the disease - congenital viral diseases
Congenital viral diseases occur when a pregnant mother is infected with a virus, such as rubella, cytomegalovirus, or herpes simplex virus, which is then passed on to the unborn baby. the virus can cause damage to the developing fetus, resulting in a range of birth defects, including growth restriction, hearing loss, vision impairment, and intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Complete physical examination
- Complete blood count
- Blood chemistry tests
- Viral antibody tests
- Polymerase chain reaction test
- Urine tests
- Imaging studies (CT scan, MRI, X-ray)
- Genetic testing
- Electrocardiogram
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of treatment: To reduce the symptoms of the disease and improve the patient's quality of life.
- Prescribe antiviral medications to reduce the severity of the symptoms.
- Administer vaccinations to prevent further spread of the disease.
- Provide counseling and support to the patient and their family.
- Monitor the patient's health closely and adjust treatment as needed.
- Educate the patient and their family about the disease and how to manage it.
- Refer the patient to specialists for further treatment and support.
20 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Congenital viral diseases - Prevention
The best way to prevent congenital viral diseases is to ensure that pregnant women are vaccinated against any viruses that could be passed on to the fetus, such as rubella, measles, and varicella. additionally, pregnant women should receive regular prenatal care to monitor for any signs of infection, and should practice safe sex to reduce the risk of contracting a virus.