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(B15.0) Hepatitis a with hepatic coma
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238 068 in individuals diagnosis hepatitis a with hepatic coma confirmed
2 612 deaths with diagnosis hepatitis a with hepatic coma
1% mortality rate associated with the disease hepatitis a with hepatic coma
Diagnosis hepatitis a with hepatic coma is diagnosed Men are 7.01% more likely than Women
127 376
Men receive the diagnosis hepatitis a with hepatic coma
984 (0.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis hepatitis a with hepatic coma
1 628 (1.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease hepatitis a with hepatic coma - Men aged 15-19 and Women aged 25-29
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
Disease Features hepatitis a with hepatic coma
Absence or low individual and public risk
Hepatitis a with hepatic coma - what does this mean
Hepatitis a with hepatic coma is a serious complication of hepatitis a virus infection. it is caused by a severe liver injury that leads to a decrease in the liver's ability to function properly, resulting in a build-up of toxins in the blood which can cause coma. symptoms include jaundice, dark urine, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, confusion, and fatigue. treatment includes supportive care and antiviral medications.
What happens during the disease - hepatitis a with hepatic coma
Hepatitis a is a virus that infects the liver, and can cause inflammation and damage to the liver cells. this can lead to a decrease in the production of certain proteins and enzymes, which can lead to hepatic coma. this is a severe form of liver failure, which can be caused by a decrease in the production of glucose, a decrease in the production of clotting factors, and an increase in the amount of toxins in the blood.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Blood tests to detect antibodies to the virus
- Liver function tests
- Ultrasound of the liver
- CT scan of the abdomen
- Liver biopsy
- Urine tests to detect the virus
- Stool tests to detect the virus
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treat the patient with Hepatitis A with hepatic coma
- Administer intravenous fluids to replace lost electrolytes and maintain hydration.
- Provide nutrition and glucose support to maintain energy levels.
- Prescribe medications to reduce inflammation and pain.
- Monitor liver function tests and blood tests to assess the effectiveness of treatment.
- Perform liver biopsy to assess the extent of damage.
- Administer antibiotics to prevent infection.
- Prescribe antiviral medications to reduce the viral load.
- Provide supportive care to reduce the risk of complications.
- Conduct regular follow-up visits to monitor the progress of treatment.
16 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Hepatitis a with hepatic coma - Prevention
Prevention of hepatitis a with hepatic coma can be achieved through proper sanitation and hygiene, such as regular hand washing, avoiding contaminated food and water, and receiving the hepatitis a vaccine. vaccination is especially important for those at high risk, such as travelers to countries where the disease is common, as well as healthcare workers and those with chronic liver disease.