(I21.9) Acute myocardial infarction, unspecified

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29 288 069 in individuals diagnosis acute myocardial infarction, unspecified confirmed
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5 009 987 deaths with diagnosis acute myocardial infarction, unspecified
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17% mortality rate associated with the disease acute myocardial infarction, unspecified

Diagnosis acute myocardial infarction, unspecified is diagnosed Men are 28.78% more likely than Women

18 858 835

Men receive the diagnosis acute myocardial infarction, unspecified

2 965 502 (15.7 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis acute myocardial infarction, unspecified

2 044 485 (19.6 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease acute myocardial infarction, unspecified - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 80-84

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 15-95+
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 5-14Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-14
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 15-95+

Disease Features acute myocardial infarction, unspecified

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Acute myocardial infarction, unspecified - what does this mean

Acute myocardial infarction, unspecified is a condition in which a portion of the heart muscle is damaged due to a lack of blood supply. this is typically caused by a blockage in the coronary arteries that supply the heart muscle with oxygen-rich blood. symptoms of this condition include chest pain, shortness of breath, and nausea.

What happens during the disease - acute myocardial infarction, unspecified

Acute myocardial infarction (ami) is a condition in which there is a sudden and prolonged reduction of blood supply to a part of the heart muscle, leading to cell death. this is usually caused by a blockage of a coronary artery due to a buildup of plaque, which can lead to a blood clot. the lack of blood supply to the heart muscle causes damage to the heart muscle, resulting in chest pain, shortness of breath, and other symptoms.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Physical examination
  • Blood tests
  • Electrocardiogram (ECG)
  • Chest X-ray
  • Echocardiogram (ultrasound)
  • Cardiac CT scan
  • Cardiac MRI scan
  • Cardiac catheterization
  • Stress test

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main Goal: Reduce the risk of death and complications from acute myocardial infarction, unspecified.
  • Administering medications to reduce pain, lower blood pressure, and reduce the risk of clot formation
  • Provide oxygen therapy to improve oxygen levels in the blood
  • Initiate lifestyle changes such as quitting smoking, reducing stress, and eating a healthy diet
  • Perform angioplasty or coronary artery bypass grafting to restore blood flow to the heart
  • Provide cardiac rehabilitation to improve the patient's physical and emotional health
  • Monitoring the patient's vital signs and cardiac enzymes to detect any further complications
  • Provide lifestyle counseling to reduce the risk of future heart attacks
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13 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Acute myocardial infarction, unspecified - Prevention

Acute myocardial infarction, unspecified can be prevented by making lifestyle changes such as quitting smoking, exercising regularly, eating a healthy diet, maintaining a healthy weight, and managing stress. additionally, it is important to keep blood pressure and cholesterol levels under control.