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(P77) Necrotizing enterocolitis of fetus and newborn
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37 955 in individuals diagnosis necrotizing enterocolitis of fetus and newborn confirmed
14 940 deaths with diagnosis necrotizing enterocolitis of fetus and newborn
39% mortality rate associated with the disease necrotizing enterocolitis of fetus and newborn
Diagnosis necrotizing enterocolitis of fetus and newborn is diagnosed Men are 20.17% more likely than Women
22 806
Men receive the diagnosis necrotizing enterocolitis of fetus and newborn
9 810 (43.0 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis necrotizing enterocolitis of fetus and newborn
5 130 (33.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease necrotizing enterocolitis of fetus and newborn - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 5-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1
Disease Features necrotizing enterocolitis of fetus and newborn
Absence or low individual and public risk
Necrotizing enterocolitis of fetus and newborn - what does this mean
Necrotizing enterocolitis of fetus and newborn is a serious condition in which parts of the intestines become inflamed and die due to a lack of blood supply. it most commonly occurs in premature babies, but can also occur in full-term infants. symptoms include abdominal distention, feeding intolerance, bloody stools, and fever. treatment usually involves antibiotics, fluid and electrolyte management, and surgery in severe cases.
What happens during the disease - necrotizing enterocolitis of fetus and newborn
Necrotizing enterocolitis (nec) is a medical condition in which the tissues of the intestine become inflamed and die due to a lack of oxygen. this is usually caused by an imbalance of bacteria in the gut, which can lead to an overgrowth of harmful bacteria and the release of toxins that damage the intestinal wall. in addition, nec can be caused by a lack of blood flow to the intestine, an immature or abnormal immune system, and a lack of adequate nutrition.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Ultrasound of abdomen
- Blood tests
- X-ray of abdomen
- Stool culture
- Stool examination
- CT scan of abdomen
- MRI of abdomen
- Biopsy of the affected area
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce mortality and morbidity associated with necrotizing enterocolitis of fetus and newborn.
- Early diagnosis of the disease
- Antibiotic therapy to treat infection
- Nutritional support
- Surgery to remove dead or damaged tissue
- Intravenous fluids to correct dehydration
- Monitoring of vital signs
- Careful monitoring of the baby's nutrition
- Close observation of the baby for signs of infection or sepsis
- Close monitoring of the baby's weight and growth
- Regular follow up with the doctor
54 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Necrotizing enterocolitis of fetus and newborn - Prevention
Necrotizing enterocolitis of fetus and newborn can be prevented by providing proper antenatal care to pregnant mothers, ensuring good hygiene and nutrition, avoiding premature delivery, and providing adequate postnatal care to newborns.