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(I67.4) Hypertensive encephalopathy
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6 284 601 in individuals diagnosis hypertensive encephalopathy confirmed
1 219 051 deaths with diagnosis hypertensive encephalopathy
19% mortality rate associated with the disease hypertensive encephalopathy
Diagnosis hypertensive encephalopathy is diagnosed Women are 32.57% more likely than Men
2 118 795
Men receive the diagnosis hypertensive encephalopathy
475 655 (22.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis hypertensive encephalopathy
743 396 (17.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease hypertensive encephalopathy - Men aged 75-79 and Women aged 80-84
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features hypertensive encephalopathy
Absence or low individual and public risk
Hypertensive encephalopathy - what does this mean
Hypertensive encephalopathy is a neurological disorder caused by an acute rise in blood pressure, typically due to uncontrolled hypertension. it is characterized by a range of neurological symptoms such as headache, confusion, seizures, stroke-like symptoms, and coma. it is a medical emergency that requires prompt and aggressive treatment.
What happens during the disease - hypertensive encephalopathy
Hypertensive encephalopathy is a neurological disorder caused by a sudden elevation of blood pressure. this increase in pressure can cause damage to the blood vessels in the brain, leading to decreased blood flow and oxygen delivery to the brain tissue. this lack of oxygen can cause the brain to swell, leading to symptoms such as headaches, confusion, seizures, and even coma. additionally, the elevated pressure can cause damage to the small vessels in the brain, leading to bleeding and further damage to the brain tissue.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Obtain medical history
- Perform physical examination
- Order laboratory tests, including complete blood count, electrolytes, renal function tests, and urinalysis
- Order imaging tests, such as CT scan, MRI scan, or echocardiogram
- Order a lumbar puncture to measure cerebrospinal fluid pressure
- Order an electroencephalogram (EEG) to measure brain wave activity
- Order an angiogram to assess blood vessels in the brain
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Reduce high blood pressure to prevent further damage to the brain
- Prescribe medications to lower blood pressure
- Monitor and adjust medications as needed
- Encourage lifestyle changes such as reducing sodium intake, increasing physical activity, and reducing stress
- Educate patient on the importance of taking medication as prescribed
- Refer patient to a nutritionist for dietary counseling
- Refer patient to a physical therapist for exercise guidance
- Refer patient to a mental health professional for stress management
- Perform regular checkups to monitor blood pressure levels
28 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Hypertensive encephalopathy - Prevention
Prevention of hypertensive encephalopathy involves controlling high blood pressure through lifestyle changes such as exercising regularly, maintaining a healthy weight, limiting salt intake, eating a healthy diet, avoiding smoking and alcohol, and taking prescribed medications as directed. additionally, regular monitoring of blood pressure is important to ensure that it remains within the normal range.