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(I42.5) Other restrictive cardiomyopathy
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7 490 884 in individuals diagnosis other restrictive cardiomyopathy confirmed
1 748 898 deaths with diagnosis other restrictive cardiomyopathy
23% mortality rate associated with the disease other restrictive cardiomyopathy
Diagnosis other restrictive cardiomyopathy is diagnosed Men are 33.91% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis other restrictive cardiomyopathy
937 319 (18.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis other restrictive cardiomyopathy
811 579 (32.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other restrictive cardiomyopathy - 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 agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features other restrictive cardiomyopathy
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other restrictive cardiomyopathy - what does this mean
Other restrictive cardiomyopathy is a rare form of cardiomyopathy in which the walls of the ventricles become stiff and unable to relax, preventing the heart from filling with enough blood. this results in a decrease in the amount of blood that is pumped out of the heart and a decrease in the amount of oxygen that is delivered to the body.
What happens during the disease - other restrictive cardiomyopathy
Other restrictive cardiomyopathy is a rare form of cardiomyopathy that is characterized by a thickening of the ventricular walls, resulting in reduced ventricular filling and decreased cardiac output. this thickening of the ventricular walls is caused by a buildup of scar tissue, fibrosis, or infiltration of the myocardium by inflammatory cells. additionally, the ventricles may become rigid and non-compliant, further impairing the heart's ability to properly fill and pump blood. as a result, patients with other restrictive cardiomyopathy experience symptoms of congestive heart failure, such as shortness of breath, fatigue, and swelling in the legs and abdomen.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Complete physical examination
- Echocardiogram
- Chest X-ray
- Electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Cardiac catheterization
- Cardiac MRI
- Cardiac CT scan
- Blood tests to check for inflammation or infection
- Endomyocardial biopsy
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treat Other Restrictive Cardiomyopathy
- Monitoring of vital signs and symptoms of the disease
- Prescribing medications to reduce symptoms and improve quality of life
- Administering intravenous diuretics to reduce fluid buildup
- Performing blood tests to measure electrolytes and other substances in the blood
- Conducting imaging tests such as echocardiography and MRI to evaluate the heart's structure and function
- Providing lifestyle counseling to help manage the disease
- Recommending lifestyle changes such as reducing sodium intake and increasing physical activity
- Recommending surgical options such as pacemaker implantation or heart transplantation
11 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Other restrictive cardiomyopathy - Prevention
The best way to prevent other restrictive cardiomyopathy is to reduce risk factors, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and obesity, and to adopt a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise, a balanced diet, and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. additionally, regular check-ups with a doctor can help to detect the disease early and allow for timely treatment.