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(I24.9) Acute ischaemic heart disease, unspecified
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1 297 061 in individuals diagnosis acute ischaemic heart disease, unspecified confirmed
336 074 deaths with diagnosis acute ischaemic heart disease, unspecified
26% mortality rate associated with the disease acute ischaemic heart disease, unspecified
Diagnosis acute ischaemic heart disease, unspecified is diagnosed Men are 21.35% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis acute ischaemic heart disease, unspecified
191 900 (24.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis acute ischaemic heart disease, unspecified
144 174 (28.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease acute ischaemic heart disease, unspecified - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 75-79
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-9, 15-95+
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 10-14Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-14
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 15-95+
Disease Features acute ischaemic heart disease, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Acute ischaemic heart disease, unspecified - what does this mean
Acute ischaemic heart disease, unspecified is a condition in which a sudden blockage of the coronary arteries causes a decrease in blood supply to the heart muscle, leading to chest pain, shortness of breath, and in some cases, a heart attack. the blockage is usually caused by a buildup of cholesterol and other substances in the arteries, a condition known as atherosclerosis.
What happens during the disease - acute ischaemic heart disease, unspecified
Acute ischaemic heart disease is caused by a sudden and severe lack of blood flow to the heart muscle due to blockage of one or more of the coronary arteries. this can be caused by a buildup of fat, cholesterol, and other substances, known as plaque, in the walls of the coronary arteries. the blockage of the coronary arteries leads to a decrease in oxygen supply to the heart muscle, which can cause chest pain, shortness of breath, and ultimately a heart attack.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical Examination
- ECG
- Echocardiogram
- Angiography
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Blood Tests
- Stress Test
- Myocardial Perfusion Imaging
- CT Scan
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the risk of mortality and morbidity associated with acute ischaemic heart disease.
- Lifestyle modifications, such as quitting smoking, reducing alcohol consumption, and increasing physical activity.
- Medications, such as antiplatelet agents, beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors, and statins.
- Angioplasty and stenting.
- Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG).
- Implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) therapy.
- Rehabilitation and exercise programs.
- Nutritional counseling.
- Psychological support.
9 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Acute ischaemic heart disease, unspecified - Prevention
The best way to prevent acute ischaemic heart disease is to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly, and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. additionally, managing any existing medical conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol can help reduce the risk of developing acute ischaemic heart disease.