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(I67.8) Other specified cerebrovascular diseases
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6 284 601 in individuals diagnosis other specified cerebrovascular diseases confirmed
1 219 051 deaths with diagnosis other specified cerebrovascular diseases
19% mortality rate associated with the disease other specified cerebrovascular diseases
Diagnosis other specified cerebrovascular diseases is diagnosed Women are 32.57% more likely than Men
2 118 795
Men receive the diagnosis other specified cerebrovascular diseases
475 655 (22.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis other specified cerebrovascular diseases
743 396 (17.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other specified cerebrovascular diseases - 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 other specified cerebrovascular diseases
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other specified cerebrovascular diseases - what does this mean
Other specified cerebrovascular diseases occur when a blood vessel in the brain becomes blocked or ruptured, leading to a decrease in blood supply to the brain. this can cause a stroke, which can lead to a variety of physical and cognitive symptoms depending on the location and extent of the damage.
What happens during the disease - other specified cerebrovascular diseases
Other specified cerebrovascular diseases is a broad term for any cerebrovascular diseases that do not meet the criteria for other, more specific cerebrovascular diseases. these diseases are typically caused by a disruption in the blood flow to the brain, which can be due to a variety of factors such as high blood pressure, atherosclerosis, and thrombosis. this disruption can lead to a variety of neurological symptoms such as stroke, seizures, and cognitive impairment. treatment typically involves lifestyle modifications and medications to reduce the risk of further complications.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Neurological examination
- Blood tests
- Imaging tests such as CT scan, MRI, angiography, or ultrasound
- Electroencephalography (EEG)
- Cerebral angiography
- Lumbar puncture
- Carotid Doppler ultrasound
- Transcranial Doppler ultrasound
- Vascular imaging
- Magnetic resonance angiography (MRA)
- Computed tomography angiography (CTA)
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: To reduce the risk of stroke and other cerebrovascular diseases.
- Adopt a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise and a balanced diet.
- Manage risk factors such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes.
- Take medications as prescribed by your doctor.
- Avoid smoking and excessive alcohol consumption.
- Monitor your blood pressure and cholesterol levels regularly.
- Keep your weight in check.
- Manage stress levels.
- Get regular check-ups with your doctor.
- Monitor your blood sugar levels.
- Follow a low-sodium diet.
28 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Other specified cerebrovascular diseases - Prevention
The best way to prevent other specified cerebrovascular diseases is to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise, a balanced diet, and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. additionally, controlling high blood pressure, diabetes, and cholesterol levels can help reduce the risk of stroke and other cerebrovascular diseases.