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(D56.3) Thalassaemia trait
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20 434 in individuals diagnosis thalassaemia trait confirmed
3 007 deaths with diagnosis thalassaemia trait
15% mortality rate associated with the disease thalassaemia trait
Diagnosis thalassaemia trait is diagnosed Women are 1.40% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis thalassaemia trait
1 039 (10.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis thalassaemia trait
1 968 (19.0 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease thalassaemia trait - Men aged 30-34 and Women aged 5-9
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-19, 25-54, 60-64, 75-89
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+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-39, 45-69, 75-89
Disease Features thalassaemia trait
Absence or low individual and public risk
Thalassaemia trait - what does this mean
Thalassaemia trait is caused by a genetic mutation that reduces the production of haemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells responsible for carrying oxygen around the body. this mutation is passed down through families and can cause mild to moderate anaemia, which can lead to fatigue and other symptoms.
What happens during the disease - thalassaemia trait
Thalassaemia trait is caused by a genetic mutation in the beta globin gene, resulting in an abnormal production of haemoglobin. this leads to an imbalance between the production of alpha and beta globin proteins, causing a decrease in the amount of functional haemoglobin in the body and resulting in a wide range of symptoms including anaemia, fatigue, jaundice, and bone deformities.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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7 Days of Hospitalization Required
83 Hours Required for Outpatient Treatment
Thalassaemia trait - Prevention
Thalassaemia trait can be prevented by pre-marital screening for both partners, and by avoiding consanguineous marriages. genetic counselling should also be provided to families with a history of thalassaemia. vaccination can also be beneficial in preventing the disease.