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(B69.1) Cysticercosis of eye
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10 085 in individuals diagnosis cysticercosis of eye confirmed
926 deaths with diagnosis cysticercosis of eye
9% mortality rate associated with the disease cysticercosis of eye
Diagnosis cysticercosis of eye is diagnosed Men are 4.12% more likely than Women
5 250
Men receive the diagnosis cysticercosis of eye
614 (11.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis cysticercosis of eye
312 (6.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease cysticercosis of eye - Men aged 25-29 and Women aged 55-59
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 10-64, 70-74
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 65-69, 75-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-19, 45-49, 65-79, 85-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 20-44, 50-64, 80-84
Disease Features cysticercosis of eye
Absence or low individual and public risk
Cysticercosis of eye - what does this mean
Cysticercosis of the eye occurs when the larvae of the pork tapeworm, taenia solium, become lodged in the eye and form cysts. these cysts can cause inflammation, infection, and vision loss if left untreated.
What happens during the disease - cysticercosis of eye
Cysticercosis of the eye is caused by the ingestion of food or water contaminated with the eggs of the pork tapeworm taenia solium. the eggs hatch in the small intestine and the larvae travel through the bloodstream to the eye, where they develop into cysts. the cysts can cause inflammation, blurred vision, and in some cases, blindness.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the eye
- Blood tests to detect antibodies to cysticercosis
- MRI or CT scan to detect cysticercal lesions
- Ultrasound of the eye to detect cysticercal lesions
- Ophthalmologic examination to detect cysticercal lesions
- Serologic tests to detect cysticercosis antigens
- Biopsy of the affected area to confirm diagnosis
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal of the Treatment: To reduce the inflammation, eliminate the cysts, and preserve vision.
- Prescribe anti-inflammatory medications to reduce swelling and pain.
- Perform a surgical procedure to remove the cysts.
- Prescribe oral medications to reduce the risk of recurrence.
- Provide eye drops or ointments to reduce inflammation.
- Provide lifestyle advice to reduce the risk of recurrence.
- Perform imaging tests to monitor the progression of the disease.
- Provide nutritional advice to improve overall health.
- Refer to an ophthalmologist for additional treatment.
17 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Cysticercosis of eye - Prevention
The best way to prevent cysticercosis of the eye is to practice good hygiene and sanitation, avoid contact with contaminated water sources, and cook pork and other meats thoroughly. additionally, it is important to practice good hand hygiene and avoid contact with animals that may be infected with the parasite. vaccines are available for some populations in certain areas.