(T86.3) Heart-lung transplant failure and rejection

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358 339 in individuals diagnosis heart-lung transplant failure and rejection confirmed

Diagnosis heart-lung transplant failure and rejection is diagnosed Men are 32.79% more likely than Women

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Women receive the diagnosis heart-lung transplant failure and rejection

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Risk Group for the Disease heart-lung transplant failure and rejection - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 55-59

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89, 95+
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 90-94Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94

Disease Features heart-lung transplant failure and rejection

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Heart-lung transplant failure and rejection - what does this mean

Heart-lung transplant failure and rejection occurs when the body's immune system recognizes the transplanted organs as foreign and attacks them, leading to organ rejection and failure. this can happen due to a variety of factors, including a mismatch between donor and recipient, an infection, or an inadequate immune response.

What happens during the disease - heart-lung transplant failure and rejection

The pathogenesis of heart-lung transplant failure and rejection is a complex process that involves the body's immune response to the foreign tissue. this response is mediated by the production of antibodies against the transplanted organ, which can lead to inflammation and destruction of the transplanted tissue. additionally, the body may recognize the transplanted organ as foreign and mount an attack against it, leading to rejection and eventual failure.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Physical examination of patient
  • Blood tests to measure organ function
  • X-ray, CT scan, or MRI to examine organs
  • Echocardiogram to assess heart function
  • Transesophageal echocardiogram to measure heart pressure
  • Pulmonary function tests to measure lung capacity
  • Bronchoscopy to examine the airways
  • Lung biopsy to check for rejection
  • Cardiac catheterization to measure heart pressure
  • Electrocardiogram to measure electrical activity of the heart

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main Goal: Treating Heart-Lung Transplant Failure and Rejection
  • Monitoring the patient's vital signs and physical condition
  • Administering immunosuppressive medications to reduce the risk of rejection
  • Performing regular imaging tests to assess the condition of the heart and lungs
  • Conducting regular blood tests to monitor the body's response to the transplant
  • Administering antibiotics and other medications to prevent infection
  • Providing nutrition and hydration support
  • Performing regular physical therapy and exercise to maintain strength and mobility
  • Providing emotional support to the patient and family
  • Educating the patient and family about the disease and treatment options
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17 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Heart-lung transplant failure and rejection - Prevention

The best way to prevent heart-lung transplant failure and rejection is to ensure that the donor and recipient are a good match, and that the organ is healthy and free from infection. additionally, the patient should receive regular follow-up care and take their medications as prescribed to prevent infection and rejection.