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(J68.3) Other acute and subacute respiratory conditions due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours
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50 073 in individuals diagnosis other acute and subacute respiratory conditions due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours confirmed
2 558 deaths with diagnosis other acute and subacute respiratory conditions due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours
5% mortality rate associated with the disease other acute and subacute respiratory conditions due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours
Diagnosis other acute and subacute respiratory conditions due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours is diagnosed Men are 42.09% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis other acute and subacute respiratory conditions due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours
1 038 (2.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis other acute and subacute respiratory conditions due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours
1 520 (10.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other acute and subacute respiratory conditions due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 0-5
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 10-89, 95+
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 5-9, 90-94Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 5-14, 85-89, 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 15-84, 90-94
Disease Features other acute and subacute respiratory conditions due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other acute and subacute respiratory conditions due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours - what does this mean
Other acute and subacute respiratory conditions due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours occur when a person inhales these substances, which can cause inflammation of the airways, leading to difficulty breathing, coughing, wheezing, and chest pain. these conditions can be especially serious if the exposure to the chemicals, gases, fumes or vapours is prolonged or intense.
What happens during the disease - other acute and subacute respiratory conditions due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours
The pathogenesis of this condition is likely multifactorial and involves direct irritation of the airways due to inhalation of chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours, leading to inflammation of the airways and an increase in mucus production. this can cause a range of respiratory symptoms such as wheezing, coughing and breathlessness, as well as an increased risk of developing more serious respiratory conditions such as asthma and copd.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Chest X-ray
- Spirometry
- Pulse oximetry
- Arterial Blood Gas Analysis
- Bronchoscopy
- CT scan
- Pulmonary Function Tests
- Bronchoalveolar Lavage
- Endotracheal Aspirate
- Environmental Sampling
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treat the acute and subacute respiratory conditions due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapors
- Identifying the source of exposure to the chemicals, gases, fumes and vapors.
- Removing the patient from the exposure environment.
- Providing oxygen therapy.
- Administering bronchodilators and inhaled corticosteroids.
- Performing chest radiography to assess the extent of the disease.
- Administering antibiotics if the patient has an infection.
- Performing bronchoscopy to diagnose the cause of the respiratory condition.
- Providing supportive care such as fluids and nutrition.
- Administering immunosuppressants if the patient has an autoimmune disorder.
- Performing pulmonary function tests to assess the patient’s lung function.
- Providing psychological support to the patient and their family.
15 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Other acute and subacute respiratory conditions due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours - Prevention
The best way to prevent other acute and subacute respiratory conditions due to chemicals, gases, fumes, and vapours is to avoid exposure to these substances as much as possible. this can be done by wearing protective equipment, using ventilation systems, and keeping away from areas where these substances are present. additionally, it is important to follow safety protocols and guidelines when handling any of these substances.