(D68) Other coagulation defects

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734 830 in individuals diagnosis other coagulation defects confirmed
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26 707 deaths with diagnosis other coagulation defects
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4% mortality rate associated with the disease other coagulation defects

Diagnosis other coagulation defects is diagnosed Women are 9.01% more likely than Men

334 299

Men receive the diagnosis other coagulation defects

11 162 (3.3 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis other coagulation defects

15 545 (3.9 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease other coagulation defects - Men aged 75-79 and Women aged 80-84

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
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in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+

Disease Features other coagulation defects

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Other coagulation defects - what does this mean

Other coagulation defects occur when the body cannot form blood clots properly due to a deficiency in clotting factors or a disorder of the blood vessels. this can lead to excessive bleeding or clotting, depending on the specific defect.

What happens during the disease - other coagulation defects

Other coagulation defects are a broad category of disorders that can affect the body's ability to properly form blood clots. these defects can be caused by a variety of factors, including genetic mutations, nutritional deficiencies, autoimmune diseases, or use of certain medications. in some cases, the exact cause of the defect may not be known. symptoms of other coagulation defects can vary, but may include excessive bleeding, bruising, or other signs of bleeding. treatment for these defects may include medications, lifestyle changes, or surgery, depending on the underlying cause.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Complete Blood Count (CBC)
  • Prothrombin Time (PT)
  • Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time (aPTT)
  • Fibrinogen Level
  • Antithrombin III Level
  • D-Dimer Test
  • Factor Assays
  • Von Willebrand Factor Assay
  • Platelet Aggregation Test
  • Thrombin Time (TT)
  • Thromboelastography (TEG)

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main Goal of the Treatment: To restore the balance of clotting factors in the blood and prevent excessive bleeding.
  • Administering replacement clotting factors
  • Providing vitamin K supplementation
  • Prescribing anticoagulants
  • Performing surgery to repair damaged blood vessels
  • Using drugs to reduce the risk of blood clots
  • Monitoring and adjusting medications
  • Providing lifestyle advice to reduce the risk of bleeding
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14 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Other coagulation defects - Prevention

Prevention of other coagulation defects is mainly focused on reducing the risk factors associated with them such as smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. additionally, it is important to be aware of any family history of coagulation defects and to seek medical advice if there are any signs or symptoms of a coagulation disorder.

Specified forms of the disease

(D68.0) Von Willebrand disease
(D68.1) Hereditary factor XI deficiency
(D68.2) Hereditary deficiency of other clotting factors
(D68.3) Haemorrhagic disorder due to circulating anticoagulants
(D68.4) Acquired coagulation factor deficiency
(D68.8) Other specified coagulation defects
(D68.9) Coagulation defect, unspecified