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(I23.2) Ventricular septal defect as current complication following acute myocardial infarction
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56 317 in individuals diagnosis ventricular septal defect as current complication following acute myocardial infarction confirmed
Diagnosis ventricular septal defect as current complication following acute myocardial infarction is diagnosed Men are 13.09% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis ventricular septal defect as current complication following acute myocardial infarction
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Women receive the diagnosis ventricular septal defect as current complication following acute myocardial infarction
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease ventricular septal defect as current complication following acute myocardial infarction - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 75-79
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 20-24, 30-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-19, 25-29, 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 5-24, 30-34
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 25-29, 35-95+
Disease Features ventricular septal defect as current complication following acute myocardial infarction
Absence or low individual and public risk
Ventricular septal defect as current complication following acute myocardial infarction - what does this mean
A ventricular septal defect (vsd) can occur as a complication following an acute myocardial infarction (ami). during an ami, part of the heart muscle is damaged and weakened and can create a hole in the wall that separates the two ventricles of the heart, resulting in a vsd. this can lead to an abnormal flow of blood between the ventricles, creating a risk for serious cardiac complications.
What happens during the disease - ventricular septal defect as current complication following acute myocardial infarction
The pathogenesis of a ventricular septal defect (vsd) as a current complication following an acute myocardial infarction (ami) is most likely due to the disruption of the myocardial tissue caused by the ami, leading to the formation of a vsd. this disruption of the myocardial tissue can cause a disruption in the normal flow of blood between the left and right ventricles, resulting in a vsd. additionally, the disruption of the myocardial tissue can lead to the formation of a scar, which can further weaken the septal wall and increase the risk of developing a vsd.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Obtain a detailed medical history, including any prior cardiac events.
- Perform a physical examination to assess the presence of a murmur.
- Order an electrocardiogram (ECG) to assess for evidence of ventricular septal defect.
- Perform an echocardiogram to assess for ventricular septal defect.
- Order chest x-ray to evaluate for cardiomegaly.
- Order cardiac catheterization to assess for ventricular septal defect.
- Order cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to assess for ventricular septal defect.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of treatment: To reduce symptoms and improve quality of life.
- Prescribe medications to control heart rate, lower blood pressure, and reduce fluid retention.
- Administer oxygen therapy.
- Perform surgery to repair the defect.
- Implement lifestyle changes such as quitting smoking, reducing salt intake, and exercising regularly.
- Monitor for any changes in symptoms.
- Provide patient education on the condition.
- Refer to a cardiologist for further evaluation and management.
20 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Ventricular septal defect as current complication following acute myocardial infarction - Prevention
Ventricular septal defect as a current complication following acute myocardial infarction can be prevented through lifestyle changes, such as quitting smoking, exercising regularly, and maintaining a healthy diet. additionally, controlling high blood pressure and cholesterol levels, as well as managing diabetes, can help reduce the risk of developing this complication.