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(E76.2) Other mucopolysaccharidoses
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53 490 in individuals diagnosis other mucopolysaccharidoses confirmed
3 431 deaths with diagnosis other mucopolysaccharidoses
6% mortality rate associated with the disease other mucopolysaccharidoses
Diagnosis other mucopolysaccharidoses is diagnosed Men are 67.58% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis other mucopolysaccharidoses
1 962 (4.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis other mucopolysaccharidoses
1 469 (16.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other mucopolysaccharidoses - Men aged 15-19 and Women aged 10-14
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-34, 45-49, 60-64
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 35-44, 50-59, 65-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 20-34, 40-49, 55-79, 85-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-19, 35-39, 50-54, 80-84
Disease Features other mucopolysaccharidoses
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other mucopolysaccharidoses - what does this mean
Other mucopolysaccharidoses are a group of inherited metabolic disorders caused by a deficiency in lysosomal enzymes that are responsible for breaking down complex sugars called mucopolysaccharides. this results in the accumulation of these sugars in various organs and tissues, leading to a wide range of symptoms including skeletal abnormalities, joint stiffness, corneal clouding, and heart and breathing problems.
What happens during the disease - other mucopolysaccharidoses
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Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Blood tests
- Urine tests
- X-ray imaging
- CT scan
- MRI scan
- Genetic testing
- Enzyme activity tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treating Other Mucopolysaccharidoses
- Enzyme Replacement Therapy
- Bone Marrow Transplant
- Liver Transplant
- Physical Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Speech Therapy
- Nutritional Therapy
- Genetic Counseling
- Medication to Manage Symptoms
9 Days of Hospitalization Required
303 Hours Required for Outpatient Treatment
Other mucopolysaccharidoses - Prevention
The best way to prevent other mucopolysaccharidoses is to ensure that pregnant women are screened for the condition and that newborns are tested for it. genetic counseling may also be beneficial for individuals with a family history of the disorder. additionally, avoiding contact with people with the condition and taking steps to reduce exposure to environmental toxins can help reduce the risk of developing other mucopolysaccharidoses.