(D73) Diseases of spleen

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157 974 in individuals diagnosis diseases of spleen confirmed
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4 606 deaths with diagnosis diseases of spleen
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3% mortality rate associated with the disease diseases of spleen

Diagnosis diseases of spleen is diagnosed Men are 8.17% more likely than Women

85 437

Men receive the diagnosis diseases of spleen

2 166 (2.5 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis diseases of spleen

2 440 (3.4 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease diseases of spleen - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 70-74

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94

Disease Features diseases of spleen

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Diseases of spleen - what does this mean

Diseases of the spleen occur when the organ becomes enlarged, infected, or damaged. these conditions can be caused by a variety of factors, including infections, autoimmune diseases, trauma, cancer, and blood disorders. symptoms of spleen diseases can include abdominal pain, fever, fatigue, and an enlarged spleen. treatment of spleen diseases depends on the underlying cause.

What happens during the disease - diseases of spleen

The diseases of the spleen are caused by a variety of factors, including infections, autoimmune diseases, trauma, and tumors. infections can cause the spleen to become inflamed and enlarged, leading to a condition known as splenomegaly. autoimmune diseases, such as lupus or rheumatoid arthritis, can cause the spleen to become enlarged and dysfunctional. trauma, such as a blunt force injury, can cause the spleen to rupture, leading to life-threatening internal bleeding. tumors can also occur in the spleen, leading to enlargement and dysfunction. all of these conditions can lead to serious complications if left untreated.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Physical examination
  • Blood tests
  • Ultrasound
  • CT scan
  • MRI
  • X-ray
  • Liver function tests
  • Positron emission tomography (PET) scan
  • Spleen biopsy

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the symptoms of the disease of the spleen and prevent further complications.
  • Administering antibiotics to treat any infection
  • Prescribing medication to reduce pain and inflammation
  • Surgical removal of the spleen (splenectomy)
  • Performing a splenic artery embolization
  • Providing nutritional support and counseling
  • Encouraging regular physical activity
  • Monitoring blood count and other lab tests
  • Providing emotional support to the patient
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16 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Diseases of spleen - Prevention

To prevent diseases of the spleen, it is important to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including eating a nutritious diet, getting regular exercise, and avoiding contact with people who are ill or have recently been exposed to infectious diseases. it is also important to get regular check-ups and immunizations to ensure that any potential infections or illnesses are detected early and treated promptly.

Specified forms of the disease

(D73.0) Hyposplenism
(D73.1) Hypersplenism
(D73.2) Chronic congestive splenomegaly
(D73.3) Abscess of spleen
(D73.4) Cyst of spleen
(D73.5) Infarction of spleen
(D73.8) Other diseases of spleen
(D73.9) Disease of spleen, unspecified