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(P35.3) Congenital viral hepatitis
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23 153 in individuals diagnosis congenital viral hepatitis confirmed
2 739 deaths with diagnosis congenital viral hepatitis
12% mortality rate associated with the disease congenital viral hepatitis
Diagnosis congenital viral hepatitis is diagnosed Men are 0.03% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis congenital viral hepatitis
1 628 (14.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis congenital viral hepatitis
1 111 (9.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease congenital viral hepatitis - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 10-14
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 5-9, 15-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-49, 55-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 50-54
Disease Features congenital viral hepatitis
Absence or low individual and public risk
Congenital viral hepatitis - what does this mean
Congenital viral hepatitis is a rare form of hepatitis that is caused by a mother passing the virus to her baby during pregnancy. it is most commonly caused by the hepatitis b virus, which is passed from mother to baby during birth. the virus can cause severe liver damage and can even be fatal in some cases.
What happens during the disease - congenital viral hepatitis
Congenital viral hepatitis is a rare viral infection that is transmitted from mother to baby during pregnancy. it is caused by a virus that can pass through the placenta and infect the fetus, leading to liver inflammation and damage. this can lead to jaundice, liver failure, and other serious complications, such as cirrhosis and liver cancer. the virus can also be passed through the mother's breast milk, so it is important for pregnant women to be tested for hepatitis and to take preventive measures if necessary.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Blood tests (liver function tests, hepatitis B and C virus tests)
- Imaging tests (ultrasound, CT scan, MRI)
- Liver biopsy
- Genetic testing
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the symptoms of Congenital Viral Hepatitis and prevent its progression.
- Prescribing antiviral medications to reduce the amount of virus in the body
- Administering immunoglobulin therapy to boost the body's immune system
- Providing dietary and lifestyle advice to support liver health
- Recommending regular physical activity to reduce fatigue
- Monitoring liver enzymes and other blood tests to detect any changes in liver health
- Providing vaccinations to protect against other infections
- Recommending regular follow-up appointments to monitor progress
20 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Congenital viral hepatitis - Prevention
The best way to prevent congenital viral hepatitis is to ensure that pregnant women are vaccinated against hepatitis b before conception and that they receive regular antenatal care, including regular screening for hepatitis b and other infections during pregnancy. additionally, pregnant women should be counseled on the importance of avoiding contact with people who are infected with the virus.