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(P37.2) Neonatal (disseminated) listeriosis
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80 101 in individuals diagnosis neonatal (disseminated) listeriosis confirmed
2 737 deaths with diagnosis neonatal (disseminated) listeriosis
3% mortality rate associated with the disease neonatal (disseminated) listeriosis
Diagnosis neonatal (disseminated) listeriosis is diagnosed Women are 1.14% more likely than Men
39 595
Men receive the diagnosis neonatal (disseminated) listeriosis
1 332 (3.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis neonatal (disseminated) listeriosis
1 405 (3.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease neonatal (disseminated) listeriosis - 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 0-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1
Disease Features neonatal (disseminated) listeriosis
Absence or low individual and public risk
Neonatal (disseminated) listeriosis - what does this mean
Neonatal listeriosis is a rare but serious infection that occurs when a newborn baby is exposed to the bacteria listeria monocytogenes. this bacteria is found in contaminated food, soil, and water, and can be passed on to the baby from the mother during pregnancy or delivery. it can cause severe complications including meningitis, sepsis, and death.
What happens during the disease - neonatal (disseminated) listeriosis
Neonatal listeriosis is caused by the ingestion of food or water contaminated with the bacteria listeria monocytogenes. the bacteria can spread through the placenta to the fetus, leading to sepsis, meningitis, and other life-threatening infections. in newborns, the infection can cause a range of symptoms including fever, vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, irritability, poor feeding, and seizures. in severe cases, it can lead to organ failure, respiratory failure, and even death.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Complete physical examination
- Complete blood count
- Urine culture
- Cerebrospinal fluid analysis
- Liver function tests
- Chest X-ray
- Gram stain and culture of blood, urine, or other body fluids
- Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) testing
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the severity of symptoms and prevent the spread of listeriosis.
- Administer antibiotics such as ampicillin, amoxicillin, or erythromycin
- Provide supportive care such as oxygen, fluids, and nutrition
- Monitor for signs of infection, such as fever or difficulty breathing
- Provide pain relief medications such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen
- Provide antifungal medications to treat any fungal infections
- Monitor for signs of sepsis, such as rapid heart rate and low blood pressure
- Monitor for signs of meningitis, such as stiff neck and confusion
- Provide supportive care such as physical therapy and occupational therapy
- Provide close monitoring of blood pressure, heart rate, and oxygen levels
18 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Neonatal (disseminated) listeriosis - Prevention
Neonatal (disseminated) listeriosis can be prevented primarily through proper hygiene and food safety measures. women who are pregnant should avoid eating foods that are unpasteurized, undercooked, or contaminated with listeria monocytogenes, and should practice good hand hygiene. additionally, pregnant women should be aware of the risk factors associated with listeriosis and should speak to their healthcare provider about any concerns.