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(A40.3) Sepsis due to streptococcus pneumoniae
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640 092 in individuals diagnosis sepsis due to streptococcus pneumoniae confirmed
21 752 deaths with diagnosis sepsis due to streptococcus pneumoniae
3% mortality rate associated with the disease sepsis due to streptococcus pneumoniae
Diagnosis sepsis due to streptococcus pneumoniae is diagnosed Men are 18.08% more likely than Women
377 908
Men receive the diagnosis sepsis due to streptococcus pneumoniae
13 148 (3.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis sepsis due to streptococcus pneumoniae
8 604 (3.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease sepsis due to streptococcus pneumoniae - Men aged 60-64 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 sepsis due to streptococcus pneumoniae
Absence or low individual and public risk
Sepsis due to streptococcus pneumoniae - what does this mean
Sepsis due to streptococcus pneumoniae occurs when the bacteria invade the body and cause an infection, triggering an immune response which leads to an inflammatory response. this can cause a high fever, low blood pressure, organ failure, and even death.
What happens during the disease - sepsis due to streptococcus pneumoniae
Sepsis due to streptococcus pneumoniae is a severe systemic infection caused by the bacteria entering the bloodstream and releasing toxic substances that trigger an inflammatory response. this response leads to widespread inflammation, clotting, and organ dysfunction, resulting in life-threatening complications such as septic shock, multiple organ failure, and death. the bacteria can enter the bloodstream through the lungs, skin, or a wound, and can cause severe infection if not treated promptly.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Complete blood count (CBC)
- Blood culture
- Lactic acid level
- C-reactive protein level
- Chest X-ray
- Arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis
- Urine analysis
- CT scan of the chest
- Electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Ultrasound of the abdomen
- Gram stain
- Sputum culture
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: Treat the Sepsis due to Streptococcus pneumoniae
- Administer antibiotics to fight the infection
- Provide oxygen therapy to improve oxygen levels in the body
- Administer fluids and electrolytes to maintain hydration and balance
- Provide nutrition to support the body's needs
- Monitor vital signs to ensure proper functioning of the organs
- Monitor for signs of secondary infections
- Support the patient's overall health and well-being
29 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Sepsis due to streptococcus pneumoniae - Prevention
The best way to prevent sepsis due to streptococcus pneumoniae is to get vaccinated against the bacteria, practice good hygiene, and seek medical attention promptly if any signs of infection occur. vaccines such as the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (pcv) are highly effective in preventing the spread of the bacteria and can help to reduce the risk of sepsis.