(H49.9) Paralytic strabismus, unspecified

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126 524 in individuals diagnosis paralytic strabismus, unspecified confirmed

2 543 deaths with diagnosis paralytic strabismus, unspecified

2% mortality rate associated with the disease paralytic strabismus, unspecified

Etiology Pathogenesis Clinical Pattern Diagnostics Treatment Prevention

Diagnosis paralytic strabismus, unspecified is diagnosed Men are 6.32% more likely than Women

67 257

Men receive the diagnosis paralytic strabismus, unspecified

681 (1.0 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

100

59 267

Women receive the diagnosis paralytic strabismus, unspecified

1 862 (3.1 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease paralytic strabismus, unspecified - Men and Women aged 55-59

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

Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+

In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94

Disease Features paralytic strabismus, unspecified

Absence or low individual and public risk

Paralytic strabismus, unspecified - what does this mean

Paralytic strabismus, unspecified, is a condition in which the eye muscles become weak or paralyzed, resulting in misalignment of the eyes and double vision. this can be caused by a variety of factors, including trauma, infection, stroke, or a tumor. it can also be inherited or caused by a neurological disorder. treatment usually involves an eye patch, glasses, or surgery.

What happens during the disease - paralytic strabismus, unspecified

Paralytic strabismus is a condition in which the eye muscles become paralyzed, causing the eyes to be unable to move in unison. this condition is caused by damage to the cranial nerves that control the eye muscles, such as the oculomotor nerve, trochlear nerve, and abducens nerve. this damage can be caused by trauma, brain or nerve disorders, or infections. in some cases, the cause of the paralysis is unknown.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

Comprehensive physical examination
Ophthalmologic exam
Neurologic exam
CT scan
MRI scan
Electromyography
Visual field testing

Additional tests may include:

Genetic testing
Blood tests

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main Goal: To improve the patient's ability to align their eyes.

Eye muscle exercises
Vision therapy
Prism glasses
Botox injections
Surgery

8 Days of Hospitalization Required

Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Paralytic strabismus, unspecified - Prevention

The best way to prevent paralytic strabismus, unspecified is to maintain good eye health. this includes regular eye exams, eating a balanced diet, avoiding smoking, and wearing protective eyewear when necessary. additionally, it is important to seek prompt medical attention if any vision changes or eye pain occurs.

Main symptoms of the disease paralytic strabismus, unspecified

Convergent strabismus

(Crossed eyes, Walleye, Squint, Strabismus, Cross-eyed, Wall-eyed, Heterotropia, Heterophoria)

Convergent strabismus is a condition in which the eyes are misaligned, pointing inward. It is commonly known as crossed eyes. It can occur at any age and is usually first noticed in young children. Symptoms include double vision, eyestrain, and difficulty aligning the eyes. It can also cause headach...

Age: any ageAccociated with 13 diseases

Diplopia

(Double vision, Seeing double, Ghost images, Dual vision, Diminished vision, Blurred vision, Split vision)

Diplopia is a condition where a person experiences double vision. It manifests as two overlapping images of a single object and can be horizontal, vertical, or rotary. It may develop gradually or suddenly, and can be caused by a variety of conditions including stroke, brain injury, and eye muscle di...

Age: any ageAccociated with 25 diseases

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