Pre-existing hypertensive chronic kidney disease complicating the puerperium Save
ICD-10 code: O10.23
Chapter: Pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium
Pre-existing Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease Complicating the Puerperium
Pre-existing hypertensive chronic kidney disease is a condition where a person has high blood pressure and kidney damage that has already occurred. When this condition complicates the puerperium, which is the period after childbirth, it can cause serious health complications for the mother and the baby.
During pregnancy, the kidneys work harder to filter waste products from the blood of the mother and the developing fetus. Women with pre-existing hypertensive chronic kidney disease have kidneys that are already damaged and cannot function properly. This puts them at a higher risk of developing complications during pregnancy and the puerperium.
Some of the complications that can arise from pre-existing hypertensive chronic kidney disease during the puerperium include:
- Preeclampsia: This is a serious pregnancy complication that can develop after the 20th week of pregnancy or after childbirth. Women with pre-existing hypertensive chronic kidney disease are at an increased risk of developing preeclampsia.
- Postpartum hemorrhage: This is excessive bleeding after childbirth. Women with pre-existing hypertensive chronic kidney disease are at an increased risk of developing postpartum hemorrhage.
- Renal failure: This is a condition where the kidneys stop working. Women with pre-existing hypertensive chronic kidney disease are at an increased risk of developing renal failure during the puerperium.
It is important for pregnant women with pre-existing hypertensive chronic kidney disease to receive regular prenatal care to monitor their blood pressure and kidney function. Women with this condition should also be closely monitored during the puerperium to prevent and manage any complications that may arise.
In conclusion, pre-existing hypertensive chronic kidney disease complicating the puerperium can cause serious health complications for both the mother and the baby. Pregnant women with this condition should receive regular prenatal care and be closely monitored during the puerperium to prevent and manage any complications that may arise.