P54: Other neonatal haemorrhages
P54.9: Neonatal haemorrhage, unspecified
Neonatal hemorrhage, which is coded as P54.9 in the ICD-10 WHO 2016 classification, is a medical condition that occurs in newborn infants. This condition represents any type of bleeding that may occur during the neonatal period, which includes the first 28 days after birth. The hemorrhage can happen in various parts of the baby's body and is usually detected when blood is spotted in the baby's stools, urine, or from the nose. It can be caused by several factors, including birth-related injuries, abnormalities in the baby's blood clotting system, or serious conditions like neonatal sepsis. It's critical to remember that this condition can have varying levels of severity, starting from minor manifestations to severe, life-threatening situations. Prompt recognition based on the presence of unusual bleeding and further diagnostic tests are essential.
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