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(I30.1) Infective pericarditis
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477 177 in individuals diagnosis infective pericarditis confirmed
7 520 deaths with diagnosis infective pericarditis
2% mortality rate associated with the disease infective pericarditis
Diagnosis infective pericarditis is diagnosed Men are 35.50% more likely than Women
323 282
Men receive the diagnosis infective pericarditis
4 658 (1.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis infective pericarditis
2 862 (1.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease infective pericarditis - Men aged 20-24 and Women aged 55-59
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 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features infective pericarditis
Absence or low individual and public risk
Infective pericarditis - what does this mean
Infective pericarditis is an inflammation of the pericardium, the thin sac-like membrane that encloses the heart, caused by a bacterial or viral infection. it is usually caused by bacteria or viruses that spread through the bloodstream from other infected parts of the body, and can also be caused by direct contact with infected material, such as through surgery or a puncture wound.
What happens during the disease - infective pericarditis
Infective pericarditis is an inflammatory process of the pericardium, which is caused by a bacterial or viral infection. it can be spread through direct contact with infected individuals, through contaminated food or water, or through inhalation of airborne particles. the infection can cause an accumulation of pus and fluid in the pericardial sac, which can lead to inflammation, pain, and difficulty breathing.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Blood tests (complete blood count, ESR, CRP, liver function tests)
- Chest X-ray
- Echocardiogram
- CT scan
- MRI scan
- Pericardiocentesis (rarely used)
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce inflammation and symptoms associated with Infective Pericarditis.
- Prescribe antibiotics to reduce the infection
- Prescribe anti-inflammatory medications to reduce inflammation
- Prescribe diuretics to reduce fluid buildup in the pericardium
- Administer corticosteroids to reduce inflammation
- Provide oxygen therapy to improve breathing
- Prescribe pain medications to reduce discomfort
- Provide rest and stress reduction to aid in recovery
- Provide dietary advice to help manage symptoms
- Refer to a cardiologist for further evaluation and treatment
14 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Infective pericarditis - Prevention
Infective pericarditis can be prevented through good hygiene practices such as handwashing, avoiding contact with people who are ill, and avoiding contaminated food and water. vaccines are also available for some infectious agents that can cause pericarditis, such as mumps, measles, and rubella. people should also avoid activities that can increase their risk of exposure to infectious agents, such as contact sports or swimming in contaminated water.