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(H31.8) Other specified disorders of choroid
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65 110 in individuals diagnosis other specified disorders of choroid confirmed
Diagnosis other specified disorders of choroid is diagnosed Women are 1.51% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis other specified disorders of choroid
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Women receive the diagnosis other specified disorders of choroid
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other specified disorders of choroid - Men aged 75-79 and Women aged 80-84
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features other specified disorders of choroid
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other specified disorders of choroid - what does this mean
Other specified disorders of choroid are a group of eye disorders that affect the choroid, a layer of tissue that lies between the retina and the sclera. these disorders can be caused by a variety of factors, including inflammation, infection, trauma, or genetic predisposition. symptoms of these disorders may include vision loss, floaters or flashes in the vision, retinal detachment, and retinal degeneration.
What happens during the disease - other specified disorders of choroid
Other specified disorders of choroid are a group of conditions that cause damage to the choroid layer of the eye, a thin layer of tissue that provides nutrition to the retina. these conditions can be caused by inflammation, infection, trauma, or other systemic diseases. symptoms may include blurred vision, floaters, and difficulty seeing in dim light. treatment varies depending on the underlying cause, but may include medications, laser therapy, or surgery.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Obtain a detailed medical history and perform a physical examination.
- Perform a dilated eye examination.
- Order imaging tests such as optical coherence tomography (OCT) and fundus photography.
- Perform a fluorescein angiography (FA) to evaluate choroidal circulation.
- Order laboratory tests to check for underlying systemic diseases.
- Perform a B-scan ultrasonography to evaluate the choroid.
- Refer the patient to a specialist for further evaluation and treatment.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce symptoms and improve vision
- Regular eye exams to monitor the progress of the disease
- Prescription of topical and/or systemic medication to reduce inflammation
- Laser treatment to reduce fluid buildup in the macula
- Photodynamic therapy to reduce leaking blood vessels
- Vitrectomy to remove excess fluid from the eye
- Intravitreal injections of anti-VEGF drugs to reduce leakage
- Regular monitoring of vision and other eye health indicators
11 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Other specified disorders of choroid - Prevention
The best way to prevent other specified disorders of choroid is to maintain good eye health through regular eye exams, wearing protective eyewear when necessary, eating a healthy diet, avoiding smoking, and managing existing health conditions that may affect vision.