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(P36.8) Other bacterial sepsis of newborn
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437 493 in individuals diagnosis other bacterial sepsis of newborn confirmed
17 897 deaths with diagnosis other bacterial sepsis of newborn
4% mortality rate associated with the disease other bacterial sepsis of newborn
Diagnosis other bacterial sepsis of newborn is diagnosed Men are 20.86% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis other bacterial sepsis of newborn
9 994 (3.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis other bacterial sepsis of newborn
7 903 (4.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other bacterial sepsis of newborn - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 30-39
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-29, 40-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-19, 30-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 20-29
Disease Features other bacterial sepsis of newborn
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other bacterial sepsis of newborn - what does this mean
Other bacterial sepsis of newborn occurs when bacteria enter the bloodstream of a newborn and cause an infection. this can be caused by a number of different bacteria, including e. coli, staphylococcus aureus, and klebsiella pneumoniae. the infection can be acquired during delivery, or can be contracted from an infected mother or other source. symptoms may include fever, difficulty breathing, and lethargy. treatment typically includes antibiotics and supportive care.
What happens during the disease - other bacterial sepsis of newborn
Other bacterial sepsis of newborn is a condition in which bacteria invade the bloodstream of a newborn baby, leading to a severe infection that can be life-threatening if left untreated. the bacteria can enter the bloodstream through a number of different pathways, including the umbilical cord, the placenta, or through the skin. once the bacteria enter the bloodstream, they can spread throughout the body, leading to inflammation, organ failure, and shock. early diagnosis and treatment with antibiotics is key to preventing serious complications and death.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Obtain a detailed medical history of the newborn.
- Perform a physical examination to identify signs and symptoms of infection.
- Order a complete blood count to check for anemia, leukocytosis, and thrombocytopenia.
- Order a urine culture and sensitivity test to identify the presence of bacteria.
- Order a chest X-ray to check for signs of pneumonia.
- Order a lumbar puncture to check for bacterial meningitis.
- Order a culture of any fluid that is draining from the baby’s body.
- Order blood cultures to identify the presence of bacteria.
- Order an ultrasound to check for any signs of infection.
- Order a CT scan to check for any signs of infection.
- Order an echocardiogram to check for any signs of infection.
- Order a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) to check for any signs of infection.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the risk of mortality associated with other bacterial sepsis of newborn.
- Administer antibiotics to the newborn.
- Monitor the newborn's vital signs such as heart rate, respiratory rate, and temperature.
- Provide oxygen therapy, if needed.
- Provide supportive care such as fluid and electrolyte replacement.
- Monitor the newborn's response to treatment.
- Provide nutritional support, if needed.
- Provide pain management, if needed.
- Monitor for any complications such as infection or organ failure.
17 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Other bacterial sepsis of newborn - Prevention
The best way to prevent other bacterial sepsis of newborn is to practice good hygiene and sanitation during the delivery process, as well as ensuring that the mother and baby receive proper prenatal care. additionally, proper nutrition and immunization of the mother during pregnancy can help reduce the risk of sepsis.