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(B69.9) Cysticercosis, unspecified
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10 085 in individuals diagnosis cysticercosis, unspecified confirmed
926 deaths with diagnosis cysticercosis, unspecified
9% mortality rate associated with the disease cysticercosis, unspecified
Diagnosis cysticercosis, unspecified is diagnosed Men are 4.12% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis cysticercosis, unspecified
614 (11.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis cysticercosis, unspecified
312 (6.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease cysticercosis, unspecified - 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, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Cysticercosis, unspecified - what does this mean
Cysticercosis is a parasitic infection caused by the larvae of the pork tapeworm, taenia solium. it occurs when a person ingests eggs from the tapeworm, either directly or from contaminated food or water. the eggs hatch in the small intestine and the larvae then spread throughout the body and form cysts in various organs, including the brain, heart, and eyes.
What happens during the disease - cysticercosis, unspecified
Cysticercosis is a parasitic infection caused by the ingestion of the larvae of the pork tapeworm, taenia solium. the larvae can migrate to various organs in the body, including the brain, and form cysts which can cause inflammation, seizures, and other neurological complications. the infection can be acquired through the consumption of contaminated food or water, or through direct contact with an infected person.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical exam of the affected area
- Blood tests to detect antibodies to the parasite
- Imaging tests such as CT scan or MRI
- Lumbar puncture to test for the presence of the parasite
- Stool sample test
- Biopsy of the affected area
- Serological tests to detect the presence of the parasite
- ELISA test
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the severity of the symptoms of cysticercosis, unspecified.
- Administer anti-parasitic medications to reduce the number of parasites present in the body.
- Prescribe anti-inflammatory medications to reduce inflammation caused by the parasites.
- Provide nutritional support to ensure the patient is consuming adequate amounts of vitamins and minerals.
- Recommend lifestyle changes to reduce the risk of reinfection.
- Refer the patient to a neurologist for further evaluation and treatment.
- Monitor the patient for any signs of complications.
17 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Cysticercosis, unspecified - Prevention
Cysticercosis, unspecified can be prevented by practicing good hygiene, such as washing hands regularly, avoiding contact with contaminated water or food, avoiding contact with infected animals, and properly cooking and storing food. vaccines are also available for certain types of cysticercosis.