(D56.2) Delta-beta thalassaemia

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20 434 in individuals diagnosis delta-beta thalassaemia confirmed
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3 007 deaths with diagnosis delta-beta thalassaemia
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15% mortality rate associated with the disease delta-beta thalassaemia

Diagnosis delta-beta thalassaemia is diagnosed Women are 1.40% more likely than Men

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Men receive the diagnosis delta-beta thalassaemia

1 039 (10.3 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis delta-beta thalassaemia

1 968 (19.0 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease delta-beta thalassaemia - Men aged 30-34 and Women aged 5-9

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-19, 25-54, 60-64, 75-89
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 20-24, 55-59, 65-74, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 40-44, 70-74, 90-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-39, 45-69, 75-89

Disease Features delta-beta thalassaemia

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Delta-beta thalassaemia - what does this mean

Delta-beta thalassaemia is a type of thalassaemia caused by a genetic mutation that affects the production of haemoglobin, leading to anemia. it is inherited in an autosomal recessive pattern, meaning that both parents must carry the gene for the condition to be passed on to their child. symptoms include fatigue, poor growth, pale skin, and dark circles under the eyes. treatment involves regular blood transfusions and iron chelation therapy.

What happens during the disease - delta-beta thalassaemia

Delta-beta thalassaemia is a genetic disorder caused by mutations in the beta globin gene, resulting in a defect in the production of the beta globin protein. this defect leads to an insufficient amount of haemoglobin in the body, leading to a wide range of symptoms such as fatigue, paleness, jaundice, and an enlarged spleen. the primary cause of the disorder is a deficiency of the beta globin protein, which in turn leads to the inability of the body to produce enough red blood cells, resulting in anemia.

Clinical Pattern

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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7 Days of Hospitalization Required
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83 Hours Required for Outpatient Treatment

Delta-beta thalassaemia - Prevention

Delta-beta thalassaemia is a genetic blood disorder that can be prevented by pre-conception genetic counselling, prenatal screening, and carrier testing. couples who are planning to conceive should be tested for the disorder so that they can make informed decisions about their pregnancy.