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(T50.3) Poisoning: electrolytic, caloric and water-balance agents
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309 535 in individuals diagnosis poisoning: electrolytic, caloric and water-balance agents confirmed
Diagnosis poisoning: electrolytic, caloric and water-balance agents is diagnosed Women are 15.17% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis poisoning: electrolytic, caloric and water-balance agents
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis poisoning: electrolytic, caloric and water-balance agents
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease poisoning: electrolytic, caloric and water-balance agents - Men aged 0-5 and Women aged 15-19
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+in in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features poisoning: electrolytic, caloric and water-balance agents
Absence or low individual and public risk
Poisoning: electrolytic, caloric and water-balance agents - what does this mean
Poisoning occurs when an individual is exposed to high concentrations of electrolytic, caloric, or water-balance agents, which can cause severe health problems such as organ failure, cardiac arrest, and death. these agents can be found in a variety of sources, including household cleaners, industrial chemicals, and certain medications.
What happens during the disease - poisoning: electrolytic, caloric and water-balance agents
Poisoning by electrolytic, caloric and water-balance agents occurs when these agents are ingested in excessive amounts, resulting in an imbalance of electrolytes, calories, and water in the body. this can lead to a wide range of symptoms, including confusion, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, muscle weakness, and seizures. in extreme cases, electrolyte and fluid imbalances can lead to coma, organ failure, and death.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Blood tests
- Urine tests
- Stool tests
- Imaging tests (X-ray, CT scan, MRI)
- Electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Electrolyte tests
- Caloric tests
- Water-balance tests
- Toxicology tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To restore electrolyte, caloric and water balance.
- Administering activated charcoal
- Administering a cathartic
- Administering intravenous fluids to restore electrolyte balance
- Administering intravenous glucose to restore caloric balance
- Administering diuretics to restore water balance
- Administering specific antidotes for the poisoning
- Administering oxygen
- Administering hemodialysis to remove toxins from the blood
6 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Poisoning: electrolytic, caloric and water-balance agents - Prevention
The best way to prevent poisoning from electrolytic, caloric and water-balance agents is to ensure that all such agents are properly stored, handled and administered according to the manufacturer's instructions. additionally, it is important to be aware of the potential side effects of any agent and to take appropriate steps to minimize the risk of any adverse reactions.