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(N15.0) Balkan nephropathy
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256 594 in individuals diagnosis balkan nephropathy confirmed
15 538 deaths with diagnosis balkan nephropathy
6% mortality rate associated with the disease balkan nephropathy
Diagnosis balkan nephropathy is diagnosed Women are 27.01% more likely than Men
93 648
Men receive the diagnosis balkan nephropathy
7 946 (8.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis balkan nephropathy
7 592 (4.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease balkan nephropathy - Men aged 0 and Women aged 0-5
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 balkan nephropathy
Absence or low individual and public risk
Balkan nephropathy - what does this mean
Balkan nephropathy is a chronic kidney disease that primarily affects people in the balkan region of europe. it is caused by long-term exposure to environmental toxins, such as arsenic, cadmium, and lead, that are found in the soil and water of the region. the disease leads to a slow decline in kidney function, with symptoms such as fatigue, swelling, and anemia.
What happens during the disease - balkan nephropathy
Balkan nephropathy is an environmentally-induced chronic kidney disease caused by long-term exposure to high levels of cadmium, arsenic, and other heavy metals in drinking water. it is characterized by a slow but progressive loss of kidney function, leading to proteinuria, renal tubular acidosis, and eventually end-stage renal failure.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Complete medical history and physical examination
- Urine analysis
- Serum creatinine and urea levels
- Urine protein/creatinine ratio
- Imaging studies (i.e. ultrasound, CT scan, MRI)
- Renal biopsy
- Renal function tests (i.e. creatinine clearance, glomerular filtration rate)
- 24-hour urine collection
- Urine sediment analysis
- Genetic testing
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the symptoms of Balkan Nephropathy and improve the patient’s quality of life.
- Regular monitoring of kidney function
- Lifestyle modifications such as reducing salt intake, quitting smoking, and regular exercise
- Medications to control blood pressure, reduce inflammation, and protect kidney function
- Dialysis or kidney transplant if necessary
- Dietary modifications such as limiting protein, phosphorus, and potassium intake
- Vitamin and mineral supplements to replace lost nutrients
- Fluid restriction
- Regular monitoring of other organs, such as the heart and lungs, to detect any complications of the disease
19 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Balkan nephropathy - Prevention
Balkan nephropathy is a preventable disease caused by long-term exposure to toxic substances in drinking water. to prevent balkan nephropathy, it is important to ensure that drinking water is free from any harmful contaminants. this can be done by using water filters and other water purification methods, as well as by regularly testing the water for contaminants. additionally, people should be aware of the potential risks of drinking contaminated water and take steps to avoid it.