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(P04.3) Fetus and newborn affected by maternal use of alcohol
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328 392 in individuals diagnosis fetus and newborn affected by maternal use of alcohol confirmed
2 715 deaths with diagnosis fetus and newborn affected by maternal use of alcohol
1% mortality rate associated with the disease fetus and newborn affected by maternal use of alcohol
Diagnosis fetus and newborn affected by maternal use of alcohol is diagnosed Men are 5.67% more likely than Women
173 513
Men receive the diagnosis fetus and newborn affected by maternal use of alcohol
2 715 (1.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis fetus and newborn affected by maternal use of alcohol
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease fetus and newborn affected by maternal use of alcohol - 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 0-5, 10-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 5-9
Disease Features fetus and newborn affected by maternal use of alcohol
Absence or low individual and public risk
Fetus and newborn affected by maternal use of alcohol - what does this mean
Fetal alcohol syndrome (fas) is caused by the mother's consumption of alcohol during pregnancy, which can lead to physical and mental birth defects in the fetus and newborn. these defects can range from facial abnormalities and growth retardation to learning and behavioral problems.
What happens during the disease - fetus and newborn affected by maternal use of alcohol
Fetal alcohol syndrome (fas) is a condition that can occur in a fetus or newborn when a mother consumes alcohol during pregnancy. alcohol is a teratogen, which means it can cause physical and mental birth defects. it passes through the placenta and enters the fetus’s bloodstream, where it can interfere with the development of the fetus’s organs, including the brain. in addition, alcohol can cause a decrease in the amount of oxygen and nutrients the fetus receives. this can lead to physical abnormalities, such as facial deformities, and cognitive and behavioral problems.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Obtain medical history of the mother and her alcohol use.
- Conduct physical examination of the fetus or newborn.
- Order laboratory tests such as blood tests and urine tests.
- Perform imaging studies such as ultrasound or MRI.
- Perform genetic tests such as amniocentesis.
- Conduct neurobehavioral assessments.
- Monitor fetal growth and development.
- Monitor the baby for signs of withdrawal.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To reduce the effects of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome on the fetus and newborn.
- Provide nutritional counseling to the mother.
- Educate the mother on the risks of alcohol use during pregnancy.
- Refer the mother to a substance abuse program.
- Conduct regular monitoring of the fetus.
- Perform diagnostic tests to determine the severity of the effects of the alcohol use.
- Administer medications to the newborn to reduce the effects of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome.
- Provide physical therapy to the newborn to help with any physical impairments.
- Provide occupational therapy to the newborn to help with any cognitive impairments.
- Provide speech therapy to the newborn to help with any speech impairments.
- Refer the newborn to a developmental specialist for further evaluation and treatment.
- Provide psychological counseling to the mother and the newborn.
9 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Fetus and newborn affected by maternal use of alcohol - Prevention
The best way to prevent fetal alcohol syndrome (fas) and other alcohol-related birth defects is to avoid alcohol consumption completely during pregnancy. women should also abstain from drinking alcohol if they are trying to become pregnant or think they may be pregnant. if a woman is already pregnant and has been drinking, she should stop immediately and speak to her healthcare provider.