2025 ICD-10-CM code P91.0
Neonatal cerebral ischemia.This condition refers to insufficient blood flow to the brain of a newborn, leading to a shortage of oxygen and nutrients.
The medical necessity for treating neonatal cerebral ischemia stems from the potential for serious neurological complications. Prompt diagnosis and intervention are essential to minimize brain damage and optimize the newborn's long-term neurological outcome.
Diagnosing and managing neonatal cerebral ischemia requires a multidisciplinary approach involving neonatologists, neurologists, and other specialists. The clinical responsibility includes assessment of the newborn's condition, identifying the underlying cause of ischemia, and implementing appropriate interventions like respiratory support, maintaining blood pressure, and managing seizures.
- Chapter 16 Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period (P00-P96)
- Other disorders originating in the perinatal period (P90-P96)
In simple words: Neonatal cerebral ischemia means the baby's brain isn't getting enough blood, and therefore not enough oxygen or sugar, shortly after birth. This can cause problems with the baby's brain function.
Neonatal cerebral ischemia is a condition characterized by inadequate blood supply to the newborn's brain, resulting in oxygen and glucose deprivation. It can lead to various neurological complications. Excludes1: Neonatal cerebral infarction (P91.82-)
Example 1: A term newborn experiences difficulties during labor, leading to a brief period of oxygen deprivation. Subsequent examination reveals signs of neurological impairment, and the diagnosis of neonatal cerebral ischemia is made., A premature infant develops respiratory distress syndrome, requiring mechanical ventilation. During the course of treatment, the infant exhibits symptoms consistent with reduced cerebral blood flow, indicating neonatal cerebral ischemia., A newborn with congenital heart disease experiences a sudden drop in blood pressure, resulting in insufficient blood flow to the brain. This acute event leads to neonatal cerebral ischemia, requiring immediate medical attention.
Documentation should include details of the circumstances surrounding birth, Apgar scores, neurological examination findings, imaging studies (such as MRI or CT scan), and other diagnostic test results that support the diagnosis of neonatal cerebral ischemia.
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- Specialties:Neonatology, Pediatrics, Neurology
- Place of Service:Inpatient Hospital, Birthing Center