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(G36.0) Neuromyelitis optica [devic]
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130 042 in individuals diagnosis neuromyelitis optica [devic] confirmed
3 544 deaths with diagnosis neuromyelitis optica [devic]
3% mortality rate associated with the disease neuromyelitis optica [devic]
Diagnosis neuromyelitis optica [devic] is diagnosed Women are 41.07% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis neuromyelitis optica [devic]
2 227 (5.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis neuromyelitis optica [devic]
1 317 (1.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease neuromyelitis optica [devic] - Men aged 40-44 and Women aged 45-49
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 5-84
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 80-89, 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-79, 90-94
Disease Features neuromyelitis optica [devic]
Absence or low individual and public risk
Neuromyelitis optica [devic] - what does this mean
Neuromyelitis optica (devic) is an autoimmune disease that occurs when the body's own immune system attacks the optic nerves and the spinal cord. this results in inflammation that leads to demyelination (loss of the protective coating around nerve cells) and can cause damage to the optic nerve, spinal cord, and brain. symptoms may include vision loss, weakness, numbness, and pain.
What happens during the disease - neuromyelitis optica [devic]
Neuromyelitis optica (devic) is an autoimmune disorder that affects the optic nerve and spinal cord. it is caused by an immune-mediated attack on the myelin sheath, the protective covering of the nerve cells, resulting in inflammation and damage to the nerves. this leads to a wide range of symptoms, including vision loss, muscle weakness, and loss of sensation. the exact cause of the disease is unknown, but it is believed to be related to an aberrant immune response to a virus or other antigen.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination to assess motor and sensory deficits
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to evaluate the optic nerve and spinal cord
- Lumbar puncture to test for the presence of antibodies
- Visual evoked potentials (VEP) to measure the response of the optic nerve to visual stimulation
- Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) analysis to detect the presence of inflammatory cells
- Electrophysiological studies to measure nerve conduction velocity
- Blood tests to measure autoantibodies such as anti-aquaporin-4 (AQP4)
- Brainstem auditory evoked potentials (BAEP) to measure the response of the auditory nerve to sound stimulation
- Genetic testing to identify mutations associated with Neuromyelitis optica (Devic)
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: To reduce inflammation of the optic nerves and spinal cord and prevent further damage.
- Prescribing corticosteroids to reduce inflammation.
- Prescribing immunosuppressants to reduce the patient’s immune system response.
- Administering intravenous immunoglobulin to reduce the severity of symptoms.
- Administering plasma exchange to remove autoantibodies.
- Prescribing physical therapy to improve muscle strength and coordination.
- Prescribing occupational therapy to help the patient adapt to daily activities.
- Prescribing speech therapy to improve communication abilities.
- Prescribing medications to treat pain, fatigue, and other symptoms.
- Referring the patient to a specialist for further evaluation and treatment.
15 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Neuromyelitis optica [devic] - Prevention
Neuromyelitis optica [devic] is a rare neurological disorder that affects the optic nerves and spinal cord. the best way to prevent this disease is to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise, a balanced diet, and adequate rest. avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption, as well as avoiding contact with people who have the disease, can also help reduce the risk of developing this condition.