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(I49.9) Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
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8 948 274 in individuals diagnosis cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified confirmed
327 794 deaths with diagnosis cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
4% mortality rate associated with the disease cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
Diagnosis cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified is diagnosed Women are 7.09% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
147 696 (3.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
180 098 (3.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified - Men 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 cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified - what does this mean
Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified is a disorder of the heart's electrical system that causes the heart to beat at an abnormal rate or rhythm. it can be caused by a variety of factors, including congenital heart defects, electrolyte imbalances, medication side effects, and lifestyle factors such as smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. it can also occur as a result of damage to the heart muscle from a heart attack or other heart disease.
What happens during the disease - cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified is a condition in which the heart beats with an irregular or abnormal rhythm. it can be caused by a variety of conditions, including structural heart disease, electrolyte imbalances, genetic factors, and certain medications. it can also be caused by damage to the heart muscle, such as that caused by a heart attack, or by problems with the electrical conduction system of the heart, such as that caused by a malfunctioning pacemaker. in some cases, the cause is unknown.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Obtain medical history and physical examination
- Perform an electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Perform an echocardiogram (echo)
- Perform a Holter monitor
- Perform an electrophysiology study (EPS)
- Perform a tilt table test
- Perform a stress test
- Perform a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan
- Perform a computed tomography (CT) scan
- Perform a cardiac catheterization
- Perform a blood test to measure electrolytes and other cardiac markers
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal of Treatment: To reduce symptoms associated with cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified.
- Assessment of risk factors
- Lifestyle modifications
- Medication therapy
- Cardiac ablation
- Implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) placement
- Pacemaker placement
- Cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT)
- Stress testing
- Electrophysiology study
10 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified - Prevention
The best way to prevent cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified is to maintain a healthy lifestyle by eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly, avoiding smoking, and managing stress. additionally, it is important to get regular check-ups with a doctor and take any prescribed medications as directed.