(B67.1) Echinococcus granulosus infection of lung

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155 777 in individuals diagnosis echinococcus granulosus infection of lung confirmed

3 832 deaths with diagnosis echinococcus granulosus infection of lung

3% mortality rate associated with the disease echinococcus granulosus infection of lung

Etiology Pathogenesis Clinical Pattern Diagnostics Treatment Prevention

Diagnosis echinococcus granulosus infection of lung is diagnosed Women are 25.34% more likely than Men

58 150

Men receive the diagnosis echinococcus granulosus infection of lung

1 545 (2.7 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

100

97 627

Women receive the diagnosis echinococcus granulosus infection of lung

2 287 (2.3 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease echinococcus granulosus infection of lung - Men and Women aged 60-64

In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 5-89

Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 85-89, 95+

In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-84, 90-94

Disease Features echinococcus granulosus infection of lung

Absence or low individual and public risk

Echinococcus granulosus infection of lung - what does this mean

Echinococcus granulosus infection of the lung occurs when the larval form of the parasite enters the body through the inhalation of microscopic eggs. once inside, the larvae migrate to the lungs where they develop and form cysts, leading to symptoms such as coughing, chest pain, and difficulty breathing.

What happens during the disease - echinococcus granulosus infection of lung

Echinococcus granulosus infection of the lung is caused by the ingestion of food or water contaminated with the eggs of the parasite. the eggs hatch in the intestines and the larvae migrate to the lungs, where they form cysts that can cause symptoms such as coughing, chest pain, and difficulty breathing. the cysts can grow and cause damage to the surrounding tissue, including the airways and blood vessels. in some cases, the cysts can rupture and release their contents into the bloodstream, leading to a potentially fatal condition known as anaphylactic shock.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

Physical examination of the patient
X-ray of the chest
CT scan of the chest
Blood tests to check for antibodies to the parasite
Bronchoscopy to take samples of the lung tissue
Biopsy of the affected area
Serology tests to confirm the presence of the parasite

Additions:

Ultrasound of the chest
Sputum culture

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the symptoms of Echinococcus granulosus infection of the lung and to prevent the spread of the infection.

Administering antiparasitic medications, such as albendazole or mebendazole
Prescribing corticosteroids to reduce inflammation
Performing thoracic surgery to remove cysts
Performing bronchoscopy to remove cysts
Administering antibiotics to reduce the risk of bacterial infection
Using imaging tests to monitor the progression of the disease
Recommending lifestyle changes, such as quitting smoking and avoiding contact with people who have the infection
Administering immunoglobulin therapy to boost the body's immune response
Recommending vaccinations to prevent the spread of the infection

11 Days of Hospitalization Required

Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Echinococcus granulosus infection of lung - Prevention

Prevention of echinococcus granulosus infection of the lung includes avoiding contact with infected animals and their feces, wearing protective clothing when handling animals, and proper hygiene and sanitation of living areas. vaccines are also available in some areas to reduce the risk of infection.

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