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(D56.8) Other thalassaemias
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20 434 in individuals diagnosis other thalassaemias confirmed
3 007 deaths with diagnosis other thalassaemias
15% mortality rate associated with the disease other thalassaemias
Diagnosis other thalassaemias is diagnosed Women are 1.40% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis other thalassaemias
1 039 (10.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis other thalassaemias
1 968 (19.0 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other thalassaemias - 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 other thalassaemias
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other thalassaemias - what does this mean
Other thalassaemias are genetic disorders caused by mutations in the genes responsible for the production of haemoglobin, a protein found in red blood cells that carries oxygen around the body. these mutations reduce the production of haemoglobin, leading to anaemia, fatigue, and other symptoms.
What happens during the disease - other thalassaemias
Other thalassaemias are a group of inherited blood disorders caused by a mutation in the gene responsible for the production of haemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen around the body. these mutations can result in the production of abnormal haemoglobin, which can cause the red blood cells to become fragile and break down, leading to anaemia and other complications. treatment typically involves blood transfusions, iron chelation, and potentially a bone marrow transplant.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Complete Blood Count (CBC)
- Hemoglobin Electrophoresis
- Ferritin Test
- Haptoglobin Test
- Genetic Testing
- Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR)
- Ultrasound of the spleen
- Liver Function Tests
- Thyroid Function Tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treat Other Thalassaemias
- Regular blood transfusions
- Iron chelation therapy
- Folic acid supplementation
- Antibiotic therapy
- Vitamin B12 injections
- Regular monitoring of serum ferritin levels
- Monitoring of serum iron levels
- Monitoring of hemoglobin levels
- Bone marrow transplantation
- Gene therapy
7 Days of Hospitalization Required
83 Hours Required for Outpatient Treatment
Other thalassaemias - Prevention
Other thalassaemias can be prevented by avoiding exposure to certain environmental toxins, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise and a balanced diet, and ensuring that pregnant women receive folic acid supplementation. vaccinations can also help to protect against some infections that can cause thalassaemia.