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(P37.9) Congenital infectious and parasitic disease, unspecified
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80 101 in individuals diagnosis congenital infectious and parasitic disease, unspecified confirmed
2 737 deaths with diagnosis congenital infectious and parasitic disease, unspecified
3% mortality rate associated with the disease congenital infectious and parasitic disease, unspecified
Diagnosis congenital infectious and parasitic disease, unspecified is diagnosed Women are 1.14% more likely than Men
39 595
Men receive the diagnosis congenital infectious and parasitic disease, unspecified
1 332 (3.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis congenital infectious and parasitic disease, unspecified
1 405 (3.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease congenital infectious and parasitic disease, 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 0-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1
Disease Features congenital infectious and parasitic disease, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Congenital infectious and parasitic disease, unspecified - what does this mean
Congenital infectious and parasitic disease, unspecified is a condition where a fetus or newborn has been infected with an infectious or parasitic agent in the womb or during birth. this can occur when the mother has an active infection during pregnancy, or if the newborn is exposed to an infectious or parasitic agent during delivery.
What happens during the disease - congenital infectious and parasitic disease, unspecified
Congenital infectious and parasitic diseases are caused by the transmission of infectious agents or parasites from a pregnant mother to her fetus during pregnancy. these agents can be transmitted through the placenta, during the birthing process, or through contact with contaminated materials. the most common agents associated with this condition are viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites. these agents can cause a wide range of symptoms in the newborn, including fever, rash, jaundice, and respiratory distress.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Blood tests
- Urine tests
- Imaging tests such as X-rays, CT scans, or MRIs
- Endoscopy
- Biopsy
- Genetic testing
- Serological tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: Treat the underlying cause of the Congenital Infectious and Parasitic Disease, Unspecified
- Administer antibiotics to treat any bacterial infection
- Prescribe antiviral medications to treat any viral infection
- Prescribe antiparasitic medications to treat any parasitic infection
- Provide supportive care to reduce symptoms
- Monitor the patient's progress to ensure the disease is responding to treatment
- Conduct routine blood tests to check the patient's immune system
- Provide education to the patient and their family about the disease and how to manage it
18 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Congenital infectious and parasitic disease, unspecified - Prevention
The best way to prevent congenital infectious and parasitic diseases is to ensure that pregnant women have access to proper prenatal care, as well as regular vaccinations and screenings for infectious diseases. additionally, pregnant women should be counseled on the importance of good hygiene and proper nutrition to reduce their risk of infection.