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(I01.1) Acute rheumatic endocarditis
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12 082 in individuals diagnosis acute rheumatic endocarditis confirmed
3 757 deaths with diagnosis acute rheumatic endocarditis
31% mortality rate associated with the disease acute rheumatic endocarditis
Diagnosis acute rheumatic endocarditis is diagnosed Men are 20.05% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis acute rheumatic endocarditis
2 776 (38.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis acute rheumatic endocarditis
981 (20.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease acute rheumatic endocarditis - Men aged 85-89 and Women aged 70-74
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 5-39, 45-79, 85-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 40-44, 80-84, 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 10-14, 20-29, 80-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 5-9, 15-19, 30-79
Disease Features acute rheumatic endocarditis
Absence or low individual and public risk
Acute rheumatic endocarditis - what does this mean
Acute rheumatic endocarditis is an inflammatory disease of the heart caused by a reaction to a streptococcal infection. it is characterized by inflammation of the heart valves, leading to scarring and thickening of the valve leaflets, resulting in impaired heart valve function and potentially leading to heart failure.
What happens during the disease - acute rheumatic endocarditis
Acute rheumatic endocarditis is an inflammatory disease caused by the group a streptococcus bacteria. it is believed to be triggered by a previous infection of the throat or skin. the bacteria then travel through the bloodstream to the heart valves, where it causes inflammation and damage to the valves. this damage can lead to abnormal heart rhythms, heart failure, and even stroke.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical Examination
- Echocardiogram
- Blood Tests
- X-ray
- CT Scan
- MRI
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Tissue Biopsy
- Electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Stress Test
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To reduce inflammation and prevent further damage to the heart.
- Prescribe antibiotics to reduce infection
- Prescribe anti-inflammatory medications
- Provide lifestyle advice to reduce stress
- Administer oxygen therapy
- Provide dietary advice to reduce inflammation
- Monitor heart rate and rhythm
- Perform regular echocardiograms to monitor the condition of the heart
- Perform cardiac catheterization to check for any blockages
- Refer to a cardiologist for further evaluation
21 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Acute rheumatic endocarditis - Prevention
Acute rheumatic endocarditis can be prevented by maintaining good hygiene, getting regular checkups, and avoiding contact with people who have strep throat or other infections. vaccines are available for those at high risk of developing the disease. additionally, controlling underlying conditions such as hypertension and diabetes can help reduce the risk of developing acute rheumatic endocarditis.