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(P74.3) Disturbances of potassium balance of newborn
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167 466 in individuals diagnosis disturbances of potassium balance of newborn confirmed
Diagnosis disturbances of potassium balance of newborn is diagnosed Men are 7.87% more likely than Women
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Women receive the diagnosis disturbances of potassium balance of newborn
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease disturbances of potassium balance of newborn - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 5-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5
Disease Features disturbances of potassium balance of newborn
Absence or low individual and public risk
Disturbances of potassium balance of newborn - what does this mean
Disturbances of potassium balance of newborns can occur when the newborn is not receiving enough potassium from the mother during pregnancy or from their own diet after birth. this can lead to a deficiency of potassium in the blood, which can cause a variety of symptoms such as muscle weakness, fatigue, and irregular heart rhythms.
What happens during the disease - disturbances of potassium balance of newborn
The pathogenesis of disturbances of potassium balance in newborns is complex and multifactorial. it can be caused by either an increase or a decrease in the amount of potassium in the body. in the case of an increase, it is usually due to excessive potassium intake through maternal diet or medications, or due to increased renal retention of potassium. on the other hand, a decrease in the amount of potassium can be caused by an inadequate intake of potassium, excessive losses through vomiting or diarrhea, or decreased renal retention of potassium. in either case, the resulting electrolyte imbalance can lead to serious medical complications, including cardiac arrhythmias, muscle weakness, and even death.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of newborn
- Blood test to measure potassium levels
- Urine test to measure potassium levels
- ECG to assess cardiac function
- Imaging studies such as ultrasound or MRI to assess organ function
- Genetic testing to identify any genetic mutations that may be contributing to the disorder
- Nutritional assessment to evaluate dietary intake of potassium-rich foods
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Restore and maintain potassium balance in newborn.
- Monitor the electrolyte levels in the blood
- Administer potassium supplements as prescribed by a doctor
- Increase potassium intake through diet
- Administer diuretics to reduce fluid retention
- Administer medications to reduce potassium excretion
- Provide intravenous fluids to replace lost potassium
- Monitor the urine for signs of potassium loss
- Provide dietary counseling to ensure adequate potassium intake
- Monitor the baby's diet for foods that may be high in potassium
- Monitor the baby's weight to assess fluid balance
- Monitor the baby's blood pressure to assess fluid balance
10 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Disturbances of potassium balance of newborn - Prevention
The prevention of disturbances of potassium balance of newborns can be achieved by ensuring that pregnant women have adequate dietary intake of potassium and are taking prenatal vitamins that contain potassium. additionally, monitoring potassium levels in the mother during labor and delivery, and administering appropriate potassium supplementation if needed may help reduce the risk of disturbances of potassium balance in the newborn.