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(G82.3) Flaccid tetraplegia
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2 323 425 in individuals diagnosis flaccid tetraplegia confirmed
27 282 deaths with diagnosis flaccid tetraplegia
1% mortality rate associated with the disease flaccid tetraplegia
Diagnosis flaccid tetraplegia is diagnosed Men are 20.09% more likely than Women
1 395 127
Men receive the diagnosis flaccid tetraplegia
15 785 (1.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis flaccid tetraplegia
11 497 (1.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease flaccid tetraplegia - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 60-64
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 flaccid tetraplegia
Absence or low individual and public risk
Flaccid tetraplegia - what does this mean
Flaccid tetraplegia is a type of paralysis that is caused by damage to the motor neurons in the spinal cord, resulting in a loss of voluntary muscle control and sensation in all four limbs. it is usually caused by a traumatic injury or a medical condition such as polio or spinal cord tumor.
What happens during the disease - flaccid tetraplegia
Flaccid tetraplegia is a neurological disorder caused by damage to the motor neurons of the spinal cord. this damage results in the loss of voluntary muscle control and sensation, leading to paralysis of the arms and legs. the cause of the damage can be due to trauma, such as a spinal cord injury, or a medical condition, such as a stroke or tumor. depending on the severity of the damage, the individual can experience either partial or complete paralysis.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Review of patient's medical history
- Physical examination
- Neurological examination
- Neuroimaging studies such as MRI or CT scan
- Electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction studies
- Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) analysis
- Genetic testing
- Blood tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: To improve the patient's ability to move and function
- Physical therapy to strengthen muscles
- Occupational therapy to improve daily functioning
- Medication to reduce muscle spasticity
- Surgery to release spasticity
- Exercise to improve coordination and balance
- Electrical stimulation to activate nerve pathways
- Assistive devices to improve mobility
- Counseling to manage mental health issues
52 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Flaccid tetraplegia - Prevention
Flaccid tetraplegia can be prevented by avoiding activities that can cause spinal cord injuries, such as contact sports, and by wearing safety equipment when engaging in activities that may have a risk of spinal cord injury. additionally, avoiding smoking, maintaining a healthy weight, and eating a balanced diet can reduce the risk of developing this condition.