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(G82.4) Spastic tetraplegia
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2 323 425 in individuals diagnosis spastic tetraplegia confirmed
27 282 deaths with diagnosis spastic tetraplegia
1% mortality rate associated with the disease spastic tetraplegia
Diagnosis spastic tetraplegia is diagnosed Men are 20.09% more likely than Women
1 395 127
Men receive the diagnosis spastic tetraplegia
15 785 (1.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis spastic tetraplegia
11 497 (1.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease spastic tetraplegia - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 60-64
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 spastic tetraplegia
Absence or low individual and public risk
Spastic tetraplegia - what does this mean
Spastic tetraplegia is a neurological disorder that is caused by damage to the motor pathways of the brain and/or spinal cord. it is characterized by increased muscle tone, spasticity, and weakness in all four limbs. it can be caused by a variety of conditions, including cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injury, or stroke.
What happens during the disease - spastic tetraplegia
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Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Complete physical examination of the patient
- Review of the patient's medical history
- Neurological examination
- Imaging studies (CT scan, MRI scan, X-ray)
- Electromyography (EMG)
- Lumbar puncture (spinal tap)
- Genetic testing
- Blood tests to rule out other causes of the symptoms
- Urine tests to rule out other causes of the symptoms
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: Reduce spasticity and improve function.
- Physiotherapy
- Occupational therapy
- Speech therapy
- Medications to reduce spasticity
- Surgery to release spastic muscles
- Assistive devices to improve mobility
- Exercises to improve strength and coordination
- Counseling to help with coping and adjustment
52 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Spastic tetraplegia - Prevention
Spastic tetraplegia can be prevented by maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise, a balanced diet, avoiding smoking and alcohol, and getting enough rest. vaccines are also available to protect against some of the major causes of the condition, such as polio. additionally, early diagnosis and treatment of any underlying medical conditions can help to reduce the risk of developing spastic tetraplegia.