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(I25.0) Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, so described
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38 195 868 in individuals diagnosis atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, so described confirmed
8 250 639 deaths with diagnosis atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, so described
22% mortality rate associated with the disease atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, so described
Diagnosis atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, so described is diagnosed Men are 20.84% more likely than Women
23 077 474
Men receive the diagnosis atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, so described
4 154 248 (18.0 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, so described
4 096 391 (27.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, so described - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 75-79
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any ageLess common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-9
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 10-95+
Disease Features atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, so described
Absence or low individual and public risk
Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, so described - what does this mean
Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease is caused by the build-up of plaque in the arteries, which can lead to narrowing of the arteries and reduced blood flow. this can cause a range of symptoms, including chest pain, shortness of breath, and stroke. risk factors for the disease include high cholesterol, smoking, high blood pressure, diabetes, and obesity.
What happens during the disease - atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, so described
Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease is a condition in which fatty deposits accumulate in the walls of the arteries, causing them to narrow and harden. this narrowing reduces the amount of blood that can flow through the arteries, leading to a decrease in oxygen supply to the heart and other organs. over time, this can cause an increased risk of heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular complications.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Blood tests
- Electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Echocardiogram
- Cardiac stress test
- Coronary angiography
- Carotid artery ultrasound
- Abdominal ultrasound
- CT scan
- MRI scan
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: The primary goal of treating Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease is to reduce the risk of having a heart attack, stroke, or other cardiovascular event.
- Lifestyle changes, such as quitting smoking, increasing physical activity, and eating a healthy diet.
- Medications, such as statins, blood pressure medications, and aspirin.
- Surgery, such as angioplasty and stenting.
- Cardiac rehabilitation, which includes exercise, education, and counseling.
- Weight management.
- Stress management.
13 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, so described - Prevention
Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease can be prevented through lifestyle modifications such as eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly, quitting smoking, controlling blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and managing stress. additionally, individuals should be screened regularly for risk factors such as hypertension, diabetes, and high cholesterol.