(G83.1) Monoplegia of lower limb

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688 010 in individuals diagnosis monoplegia of lower limb confirmed

4 596 deaths with diagnosis monoplegia of lower limb

1% mortality rate associated with the disease monoplegia of lower limb

Etiology Pathogenesis Clinical Pattern Diagnostics Treatment Prevention

Diagnosis monoplegia of lower limb is diagnosed Men are 9.76% more likely than Women

377 579

Men receive the diagnosis monoplegia of lower limb

2 328 (0.6 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

100

310 431

Women receive the diagnosis monoplegia of lower limb

2 268 (0.7 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease monoplegia of lower limb - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 60-64

In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+

in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age

In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+

Disease Features monoplegia of lower limb

Absence or low individual and public risk

Monoplegia of lower limb - what does this mean

Monoplegia of the lower limb is a neurological disorder in which only one of the lower limbs is affected, resulting in paralysis of the affected limb. it is caused by damage to the motor neurons controlling the affected limb, often due to a stroke, traumatic brain injury, or other neurological condition.

What happens during the disease - monoplegia of lower limb

Monoplegia of lower limb is caused by damage to the motor cortex, corticospinal tracts, and/or peripheral nerves of the lower limb. this damage can be caused by trauma, stroke, or a variety of other neurological diseases, such as multiple sclerosis, which can cause demyelination of the nerves. the damage to the nerves causes an interruption in the communication between the brain and the muscles, leading to the paralysis of the lower limb.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

Physical Examination
Electromyography (EMG)
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
Computerized Tomography (CT) Scan
Ultrasound
Blood Tests
Spinal Tap
Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS)

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal of the treatment: To restore the mobility of the lower limb

Physiotherapy
Occupational therapy
Electrical stimulation
Stretching exercises
Strength training
Balance exercises
Gait training
Manual therapy
Bracing/splinting
Adaptive equipment

35 Days of Hospitalization Required

Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Monoplegia of lower limb - Prevention

Monoplegia of the lower limb can be prevented by maintaining good physical health, including regular exercise and a healthy diet, avoiding contact with people who have been diagnosed with the condition, and avoiding activities that could lead to injury of the affected limb.

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