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(I85) Oesophageal varices
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838 786 in individuals diagnosis oesophageal varices confirmed
19 687 deaths with diagnosis oesophageal varices
2% mortality rate associated with the disease oesophageal varices
Diagnosis oesophageal varices is diagnosed Men are 38.84% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis oesophageal varices
13 296 (2.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis oesophageal varices
6 391 (2.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease oesophageal varices - Men and Women aged 55-59
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features oesophageal varices
Absence or low individual and public risk
Oesophageal varices - what does this mean
Oesophageal varices occur when the veins in the lower part of the oesophagus become swollen and enlarged due to increased pressure in the portal vein, which carries blood from the intestines to the liver. this pressure can be caused by a variety of factors, such as liver cirrhosis, portal hypertension, and thrombosis. if left untreated, the varices can rupture and cause life-threatening bleeding.
What happens during the disease - oesophageal varices
Oesophageal varices is a medical condition caused by the weakening of the walls of the oesophagus due to increased pressure in the portal venous system. this increased pressure causes the veins in the oesophagus to become enlarged and bloated, which can lead to bleeding in the oesophagus. the underlying cause of the increased pressure in the portal venous system is usually due to cirrhosis of the liver, portal hypertension, or a combination of both.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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10 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Oesophageal varices - Prevention
The best way to prevent oesophageal varices is to reduce the risk factors that can lead to the development of the condition. this includes avoiding excessive alcohol consumption, maintaining a healthy diet, avoiding smoking, and controlling any other underlying conditions such as cirrhosis or portal hypertension. additionally, regular screening for early detection and prompt treatment of any symptoms is recommended.
Specified forms of the disease
| (I85.0) Oesophageal varices with bleeding |
| (I85.9) Oesophageal varices without bleeding |