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(A15.3) Tuberculosis of lung, confirmed by unspecified means
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1 854 920 in individuals diagnosis tuberculosis of lung, confirmed by unspecified means confirmed
59 509 deaths with diagnosis tuberculosis of lung, confirmed by unspecified means
3% mortality rate associated with the disease tuberculosis of lung, confirmed by unspecified means
Diagnosis tuberculosis of lung, confirmed by unspecified means is diagnosed Men are 41.71% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis tuberculosis of lung, confirmed by unspecified means
43 785 (3.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis tuberculosis of lung, confirmed by unspecified means
15 724 (2.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease tuberculosis of lung, confirmed by unspecified means - Men aged 50-54 and Women aged 80-84
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features tuberculosis of lung, confirmed by unspecified means
Absence or low individual and public risk
Tuberculosis of lung, confirmed by unspecified means - what does this mean
Tuberculosis of the lung occurs when the bacteria mycobacterium tuberculosis enters the lungs and multiplies, causing inflammation and tissue damage. it can be confirmed by a variety of tests, including chest x-ray, sputum culture, and acid-fast bacilli smear.
What happens during the disease - tuberculosis of lung, confirmed by unspecified means
Tuberculosis of the lung is caused by the mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria, which is spread through the air when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks. the bacteria can then be inhaled by another person, where it can then settle in the lungs and cause an infection. the infection can then lead to inflammation and the formation of nodules, or tubercles, which can destroy lung tissue and lead to difficulty breathing and other symptoms.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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109 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Tuberculosis of lung, confirmed by unspecified means - Prevention
The best way to prevent tuberculosis of the lung is to practice good hygiene, get vaccinated, and avoid contact with people who have the disease. additionally, it is important to get regular check-ups and screenings to detect the disease early and begin treatment as soon as possible.