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(E85.2) Heredofamilial amyloidosis, unspecified
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102 222 in individuals diagnosis heredofamilial amyloidosis, unspecified confirmed
52 500 deaths with diagnosis heredofamilial amyloidosis, unspecified
51% mortality rate associated with the disease heredofamilial amyloidosis, unspecified
Diagnosis heredofamilial amyloidosis, unspecified is diagnosed Men are 6.07% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis heredofamilial amyloidosis, unspecified
32 453 (59.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis heredofamilial amyloidosis, unspecified
20 047 (41.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease heredofamilial amyloidosis, unspecified - Men and Women aged 70-74
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-14, 20-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 15-19, 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features heredofamilial amyloidosis, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Heredofamilial amyloidosis, unspecified - what does this mean
Heredofamilial amyloidosis is an inherited condition characterized by the accumulation of abnormal proteins called amyloid in the body's organs and tissues. this accumulation of amyloid can lead to organ failure and other serious health issues. the cause of heredofamilial amyloidosis is usually a genetic mutation that causes the body to produce an abnormal protein that can't be broken down and is deposited in the organs and tissues.
What happens during the disease - heredofamilial amyloidosis, unspecified
Heredofamilial amyloidosis is a genetic disorder caused by a mutation in the gene responsible for producing the protein transthyretin, which is a major component of the amyloid deposits that form in the body. as a result, the body is unable to break down and excrete amyloid proteins, which accumulate and form deposits in various organs and tissues, leading to a wide range of symptoms depending on the organ affected. this can eventually lead to organ failure and death.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Medical history review and physical exam
- Blood tests for liver and kidney function
- Urine tests to check for proteinuria
- Electrocardiogram to check for heart abnormalities
- Echocardiogram to check for heart muscle damage
- CT scan or MRI to look for organ damage
- Genetic testing to identify the mutation responsible for the condition
- Skin biopsy to look for amyloid deposits
- Tissue biopsy to look for amyloid deposits
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To reduce the symptoms of Heredofamilial amyloidosis, unspecified and improve the quality of life of the patient.
- Regular physical activity
- Healthy diet with low sodium and cholesterol
- Regular monitoring of vital signs
- Medication to reduce symptoms
- Regular monitoring of blood tests
- Regular monitoring of liver and kidney function
- Regular monitoring of heart rate and blood pressure
- Regular monitoring of urine tests
- Regular monitoring of electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Regular monitoring of neurological signs
- Regular monitoring of skin integrity
- Regular monitoring of lung function
- Regular monitoring of eye health
- Regular monitoring of joint mobility
- Regular monitoring of electrolyte levels
- Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels
19 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Heredofamilial amyloidosis, unspecified - Prevention
Heredofamilial amyloidosis, unspecified, can be prevented by avoiding exposure to certain environmental toxins, such as heavy metals, and by avoiding certain foods, such as those high in fat and cholesterol. regular exercise, maintaining a healthy weight, and avoiding smoking and alcohol can also help reduce the risk of developing this condition.