DocSym
β
Searchsearch
Search
(E50.4) Vitamin a deficiency with keratomalacia
More details coming soon
10 059 in individuals diagnosis vitamin a deficiency with keratomalacia confirmed
Diagnosis vitamin a deficiency with keratomalacia is diagnosed Women are 0.51% more likely than Men
5 004
Men receive the diagnosis vitamin a deficiency with keratomalacia
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
100
95
90
85
80
75
70
65
60
55
50
45
40
35
30
25
20
15
10
5
0
5 055
Women receive the diagnosis vitamin a deficiency with keratomalacia
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease vitamin a deficiency with keratomalacia - Men and Women aged 80-84
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 5-9, 15-19, 45-49, 65-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 10-14, 20-44, 50-64, 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 5-39, 50-59, 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 40-49, 60-94
Disease Features vitamin a deficiency with keratomalacia
Absence or low individual and public risk
Vitamin a deficiency with keratomalacia - what does this mean
Vitamin a deficiency with keratomalacia occurs when the body does not have enough vitamin a, which is an essential nutrient for healthy vision. this deficiency can lead to a condition called keratomalacia where the cornea becomes dry, thin, and opaque, resulting in impaired vision.
What happens during the disease - vitamin a deficiency with keratomalacia
Vitamin a deficiency with keratomalacia is caused by a lack of dietary intake of vitamin a, which is essential for maintaining healthy eyesight. this deficiency can lead to the death of the corneal epithelium, resulting in keratomalacia, a condition characterized by dryness, ulcerations, and thinning of the cornea. without adequate vitamin a, the corneal epithelium is unable to regenerate and heal itself, leading to further complications such as vision loss and even blindness.
Clinical Pattern
More details coming soon
How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Ophthalmologic examination
- Blood tests to measure serum vitamin A levels
- Tear film analysis
- Slit-lamp examination
- Retinol-binding protein test
- Retinal function tests
- Ultrasound imaging
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treat Vitamin A Deficiency with Keratomalacia
- Increase Vitamin A intake through diet
- Provide supplements of Vitamin A
- Encourage the consumption of foods rich in Vitamin A such as carrots, sweet potatoes, spinach, and kale
- Monitor the patient's response to treatment
- Provide supportive care such as lubricating eye drops
- Monitor the patient's diet for adequate nutrition
- Provide education on the importance of Vitamin A in the diet
- Refer patient to ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment
9 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Vitamin a deficiency with keratomalacia - Prevention
Vitamin a deficiency with keratomalacia can be prevented by consuming a diet rich in vitamin a, such as dark green and yellow vegetables, liver, and some fortified foods. additionally, supplementation with vitamin a can be beneficial in certain populations.