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(E56.1) Deficiency of vitamin k
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14 199 in individuals diagnosis deficiency of vitamin k confirmed
2 111 deaths with diagnosis deficiency of vitamin k
15% mortality rate associated with the disease deficiency of vitamin k
Diagnosis deficiency of vitamin k is diagnosed Women are 39.15% more likely than Men
4 320
Men receive the diagnosis deficiency of vitamin k
2 111 (48.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis deficiency of vitamin k
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease deficiency of vitamin k - Men and Women aged 60-64
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 5-9, 35-49, 60-84
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 10-34, 50-59, 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 5-29, 45-49, 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 30-44, 50-89
Disease Features deficiency of vitamin k
Absence or low individual and public risk
Deficiency of vitamin k - what does this mean
Vitamin k deficiency occurs when there is not enough vitamin k in the body to produce the proteins needed for proper blood clotting. it can be caused by inadequate dietary intake, malabsorption, or increased excretion of the vitamin, as well as certain medications. symptoms may include excessive bleeding, bruising, and anemia. treatment typically involves vitamin k supplementation.
What happens during the disease - deficiency of vitamin k
Vitamin k deficiency occurs when the body does not have enough of the vitamin k necessary for normal blood clotting. this can be caused by dietary deficiency, malabsorption, or poor utilization of the vitamin. inadequate intake of vitamin k can lead to decreased levels of the clotting factors that are necessary for normal blood clotting, resulting in an increased risk of bleeding.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Blood tests to measure levels of vitamin K
- Urine tests to measure levels of vitamin K
- Liver function tests
- Bone density tests
- X-rays to assess bone health
- CT scan to assess liver health
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To replenish the body with adequate amounts of Vitamin K
- Increase dietary intake of Vitamin K
- Supplementation with Vitamin K
- Administering Vitamin K injections
- Monitoring of blood clotting time
- Regular check-ups to monitor the Vitamin K levels
- Encouraging physical activity
- Maintaining a healthy weight
- Reducing alcohol consumption
13 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Deficiency of vitamin k - Prevention
The best way to prevent deficiency of vitamin k is to ensure that one has a balanced diet that includes adequate amounts of green leafy vegetables, vegetable oils, and certain types of fish, such as salmon and tuna. supplements can also be taken if necessary.