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(P39.3) Neonatal urinary tract infection
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4 319 576 in individuals diagnosis neonatal urinary tract infection confirmed
4 361 deaths with diagnosis neonatal urinary tract infection
Diagnosis neonatal urinary tract infection is diagnosed Men are 19.01% more likely than Women
2 570 274
Men receive the diagnosis neonatal urinary tract infection
2 318 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis neonatal urinary tract infection
2 043 (0.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease neonatal urinary tract infection - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-9, 20-24
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 10-19, 25-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 5-14, 45-74, 80-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 15-44, 75-79
Disease Features neonatal urinary tract infection
Absence or low individual and public risk
Neonatal urinary tract infection - what does this mean
Neonatal urinary tract infection (uti) is caused by bacteria entering the urinary tract and bladder of a newborn baby. it can occur when bacteria from the mother's vagina is passed to the baby during delivery, or when bacteria from the baby's skin or diaper area is transferred to the urinary tract. other risk factors include prematurity, abnormalities of the urinary tract, and impaired immunity.
What happens during the disease - neonatal urinary tract infection
Neonatal urinary tract infections (uti) are caused by bacteria entering the urinary tract and multiplying in the bladder or kidneys. the bacteria can enter the urinary tract through the urethra, or through the bloodstream from another infection in the body. risk factors for uti in newborns include prematurity, low birth weight, male gender, and a family history of uti. the primary symptom of uti is a change in the baby’s urine, such as a foul smell, cloudy appearance, or increased frequency of urination.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical exam
- Urine culture
- Urine microscopy
- Urine immunoassay
- Ultrasound
- CT scan
- Cystoscopy
- Voiding cystourethrogram
- Renal scan
- Blood tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: Treat the Neonatal Urinary Tract Infection
- Prescribe antibiotics to fight the infection
- Monitor the baby's vital signs
- Encourage the baby to drink plenty of fluids
- Provide supportive care, such as oxygen and fluids
- Collect urine samples to monitor the infection
- Perform imaging tests, such as ultrasounds or CT scans
- Perform a cystoscopy to check for any blockages
- Perform a renal biopsy to check for any damage to the kidneys
- Perform a urodynamic test to check for any abnormal bladder function
- Provide nutritional support to help the baby recover from the infection
13 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Neonatal urinary tract infection - Prevention
Neonatal urinary tract infection can be prevented through proper prenatal care, including regular check-ups, screening for urinary tract abnormalities, and prompt treatment of any infections that may be present. additionally, pregnant women should practice good hygiene, including proper hand-washing and wiping from front to back after using the restroom. finally, breastfeeding is recommended, as it has been shown to reduce the risk of neonatal urinary tract infection.