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(I72.9) Aneurysm and dissection of unspecified site
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817 996 in individuals diagnosis aneurysm and dissection of unspecified site confirmed
56 940 deaths with diagnosis aneurysm and dissection of unspecified site
7% mortality rate associated with the disease aneurysm and dissection of unspecified site
Diagnosis aneurysm and dissection of unspecified site is diagnosed Men are 40.37% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis aneurysm and dissection of unspecified site
41 187 (7.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis aneurysm and dissection of unspecified site
15 753 (6.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease aneurysm and dissection of unspecified site - Men and Women aged 65-69
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 0-5
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 5-95+
Disease Features aneurysm and dissection of unspecified site
Absence or low individual and public risk
Aneurysm and dissection of unspecified site - what does this mean
An aneurysm and dissection of an unspecified site is a condition in which the wall of a blood vessel weakens and bulges, causing the vessel to split into two layers. the weakened vessel wall may rupture, leading to severe bleeding and potentially life-threatening complications. aneurysms and dissections can occur in any blood vessel, most commonly in the aorta. risk factors for aneurysm and dissection include high blood pressure, smoking, and certain inherited conditions.
What happens during the disease - aneurysm and dissection of unspecified site
Aneurysm and dissection of an unspecified site is a condition in which the walls of the artery become weakened and bulge, leading to a break in the artery wall. this causes blood to flow between the layers of the artery wall, leading to a separation of the layers and a weakening of the artery wall. this can lead to a rupture of the artery, which can be life-threatening. risk factors for aneurysm and dissection of an unspecified site include hypertension, atherosclerosis, and genetic conditions.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical Examination
- Imaging Tests: CT Scan, MRI, Angiography
- Ultrasound
- Electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Blood Tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treat the aneurysm and dissection of unspecified site.
- Administer medications to reduce blood pressure, improve blood flow, and prevent clotting.
- Perform surgery to repair the aneurysm or to reduce the risk of rupture.
- Perform endovascular embolization to block off the aneurysm.
- Perform endovascular coiling to fill the aneurysm with coils.
- Perform aneurysm clipping to secure the aneurysm with a metal clip.
- Perform a bypass graft to reroute blood flow away from the aneurysm.
- Perform a thoracic endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR) to repair the dissection.
- Perform a stent graft repair to secure the dissection.
- Perform an open surgical repair to treat the dissection.
- Provide lifestyle modifications to reduce risk factors.
- Provide follow-up care and monitoring.
16 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Aneurysm and dissection of unspecified site - Prevention
The best way to prevent aneurysm and dissection of unspecified site is to maintain healthy lifestyle habits such as not smoking, eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly, and managing stress. additionally, controlling high blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels can help reduce the risk of aneurysm and dissection of unspecified site.