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(D73.5) Infarction of spleen
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157 974 in individuals diagnosis infarction of spleen confirmed
4 606 deaths with diagnosis infarction of spleen
3% mortality rate associated with the disease infarction of spleen
Diagnosis infarction of spleen is diagnosed Men are 8.17% more likely than Women
85 437
Men receive the diagnosis infarction of spleen
2 166 (2.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis infarction of spleen
2 440 (3.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease infarction of spleen - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 70-74
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features infarction of spleen
Absence or low individual and public risk
Infarction of spleen - what does this mean
Infarction of the spleen occurs when the blood supply to the organ is blocked, usually due to a blood clot or embolism, and results in the death of spleen tissue. this can lead to a decrease in the organ's ability to filter out bacteria and other toxins from the bloodstream, as well as an increased risk of infection.
What happens during the disease - infarction of spleen
Infarction of the spleen occurs when the blood supply to the spleen is blocked, usually due to a clot in a blood vessel. this blockage prevents oxygen and nutrients from reaching the spleen, resulting in the death of the spleen tissue. this can cause severe abdominal pain, fever, and anemia. if left untreated, it can lead to infection, sepsis, and even death.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Complete blood count
- Liver function tests
- Imaging studies such as ultrasound, computed tomography (CT) scan, or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the abdomen
- Spleen scintigraphy
- Laparoscopy
- Angiography
- Percutaneous transhepatic splenic artery embolization
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treat Infarction of Spleen
- Administer medications to reduce pain and inflammation
- Perform surgery to remove the affected spleen
- Prescribe antibiotics to prevent infection
- Provide nutritional support to help the body heal
- Monitor vital signs to ensure the patient is stable
- Educate patient on lifestyle changes to reduce the risk of future infarctions
16 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Infarction of spleen - Prevention
The best way to prevent infarction of the spleen is to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise, a balanced diet, and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. additionally, it is important to be aware of any underlying medical conditions that may increase the risk of infarction and take steps to manage them.