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(H52.7) Disorder of refraction, unspecified
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337 449 in individuals diagnosis disorder of refraction, unspecified confirmed
Diagnosis disorder of refraction, unspecified is diagnosed Women are 19.99% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis disorder of refraction, unspecified
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Women receive the diagnosis disorder of refraction, unspecified
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease disorder of refraction, unspecified - Men and Women aged 10-14
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features disorder of refraction, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Disorder of refraction, unspecified - what does this mean
Disorder of refraction, unspecified, is a condition in which the eye is unable to properly focus light on the retina, resulting in blurred vision. this can be caused by a variety of factors, including an abnormal shape of the eye, an abnormally curved cornea, or a problem with the lens. it can also be caused by a change in the eye's focusing power due to aging, or as a side effect of certain medications.
What happens during the disease - disorder of refraction, unspecified
Disorder of refraction, unspecified is a condition characterized by an impaired ability of the eye to refract light, resulting in blurred vision. this can occur due to abnormalities in the shape of the eye, the presence of a refractive error, or changes in the transparency of the eye's lens or cornea. other factors such as age, genetics, and certain health conditions can also contribute to the development of this disorder. treatment may include corrective lenses, surgery, or a combination of both.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Perform a comprehensive eye exam, including visual acuity testing.
- Perform a refraction test to assess the patient's refractive error.
- Perform a cycloplegic refraction test to assess the patient's refractive error under cycloplegic conditions.
- Perform a retinoscopy to measure the patient's refractive error.
- Perform a keratometry to measure the curvature of the patient's cornea.
- Perform a corneal topography to map the curvature of the patient's cornea.
- Perform a wavefront analysis to assess the patient's refractive error.
- Perform a pachymetry test to measure the thickness of the patient's cornea.
- Perform a slit lamp examination to assess the patient's ocular structures.
- Perform an ultrasound biomicroscopy to assess the patient's ocular structures.
- Perform a fundus examination to assess the patient's ocular structures.
- Ordering imaging studies such as optical coherence tomography (OCT) or ultrasound to assess the patient's ocular structures.
- Ordering laboratory tests such as a blood sugar test to assess for diabetes.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To improve vision and reduce refractive errors
- Assessment of the patient's refractive errors and eye health
- Prescription of corrective lenses (eyeglasses, contact lenses)
- Refractive surgery (LASIK, PRK, etc.)
- Cataract surgery
- Corneal reshaping therapy (orthokeratology)
- Treatment of eye diseases or conditions that can cause refractive errors (i.e. glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy)
- Nutritional counseling
- Education about lifestyle modifications to maintain optimal vision
14 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Disorder of refraction, unspecified - Prevention
The best way to prevent disorder of refraction, unspecified is to have regular eye exams to monitor vision changes and to wear prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses as prescribed by an eye care professional. eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly, and avoiding smoking can also help to reduce the risk of developing this disorder.