O36: Maternal care for other known or suspected fetal problems

Maternal care for other known or suspected fetal problems, as classified under the ICD-10 classification range O36, refers to a group of conditions that require special attention in a pregnant woman due to potential or identified health issues in the fetus. These problems could range from growth abnormalities, congenital (present at birth) anomalies, or issues related to fetal well-being. Such conditions might originate due to a variety of causes, including genetic factors, maternal health issues, environmental exposures, or complications during pregnancy. The unborn child may exhibit specific signs detected during routine prenatal examination such as irregular heart rate, abnormal growth rate, or structural anomalies detected through ultrasound scanning. The progression of these conditions may vary, potentially affecting different systems of the fetus's developing body. The focus of care in these scenarios is primarily to manage the mother's health in a way that best supports the health and development of the fetus.