(P61.2) Anaemia of prematurity

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325 367 in individuals diagnosis anaemia of prematurity confirmed
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3 002 deaths with diagnosis anaemia of prematurity
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1% mortality rate associated with the disease anaemia of prematurity

Diagnosis anaemia of prematurity is diagnosed Men are 12.21% more likely than Women

182 547

Men receive the diagnosis anaemia of prematurity

1 628 (0.9 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis anaemia of prematurity

1 374 (1.0 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease anaemia of prematurity - Men and Women aged 0

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 5-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 5-29, 35-49, 55-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 30-34, 50-54

Disease Features anaemia of prematurity

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Anaemia of prematurity - what does this mean

Anaemia of prematurity is a condition that affects premature infants and is caused by a decrease in the production of red blood cells due to a lack of iron in the body. it is typically caused by the baby's immature liver not being able to produce enough red blood cells, and can be exacerbated by blood loss during delivery.

What happens during the disease - anaemia of prematurity

Anaemia of prematurity is a condition in which premature infants have lower than normal levels of red blood cells. it is caused by an immature bone marrow that is unable to produce enough red blood cells to meet the needs of the infant. additionally, the premature infant may have higher than normal levels of iron loss due to gastrointestinal bleeding or inadequate iron intake. this can lead to an imbalance in the production of red blood cells, resulting in anaemia.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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11 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Anaemia of prematurity - Prevention

Anaemia of prematurity can be prevented by ensuring that preterm infants receive iron supplementation, as well as adequate nutrition, hydration, and close monitoring of hemoglobin levels. additionally, providing adequate antenatal care to pregnant women and monitoring of fetal growth is important for preventing preterm birth and, in turn, anaemia of prematurity.