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(Q16.9) Congenital malformation of ear causing impairment of hearing, unspecified
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40 593 in individuals diagnosis congenital malformation of ear causing impairment of hearing, unspecified confirmed
Diagnosis congenital malformation of ear causing impairment of hearing, unspecified is diagnosed Men are 16.73% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis congenital malformation of ear causing impairment of hearing, unspecified
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis congenital malformation of ear causing impairment of hearing, unspecified
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease congenital malformation of ear causing impairment of hearing, unspecified - Men aged 15-19 and Women aged 10-14
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-44, 50-64
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 45-49, 65-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 45-54, 60-74, 80-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-44, 55-59, 75-79
Disease Features congenital malformation of ear causing impairment of hearing, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Congenital malformation of ear causing impairment of hearing, unspecified - what does this mean
Congenital malformation of ear causing impairment of hearing, unspecified is a disorder in which a person is born with an abnormality of the ear that affects their ability to hear. this can be caused by a variety of factors such as structural anomalies, genetic mutations, or environmental factors. this type of hearing loss can range from mild to severe and can affect one or both ears.
What happens during the disease - congenital malformation of ear causing impairment of hearing, unspecified
The cause of congenital malformation of the ear causing impairment of hearing is unknown, however it is believed to be caused by abnormal development of the ear during fetal development. this can be due to genetic mutations, environmental factors, or a combination of both. as the ear is not properly formed, the sound waves are not able to reach the inner ear, resulting in hearing loss. in some cases, the malformation may not be visible to the eye, however the hearing loss may still be present.
Clinical Pattern
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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8 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Congenital malformation of ear causing impairment of hearing, unspecified - Prevention
The best way to prevent congenital malformation of ear causing impairment of hearing, unspecified is to ensure that pregnant women have regular check-ups and prenatal care, so any potential issues can be caught early and addressed. additionally, it is important to ensure that newborns are screened for hearing loss soon after birth.