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(J43.9) Emphysema, unspecified

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272 871 in individuals diagnosis emphysema, unspecified confirmed
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186 590 deaths with diagnosis emphysema, unspecified
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68% mortality rate associated with the disease emphysema, unspecified
Etiology Pathogenesis Clinical Pattern Diagnostics Treatment Prevention

Diagnosis emphysema, unspecified is diagnosed Men are 46.39% more likely than Women

199 729

Men receive the diagnosis emphysema, unspecified

140 282 (70.2 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis emphysema, unspecified

46 308 (63.3 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease emphysema, unspecified - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 60-64

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94

Disease Features emphysema, unspecified

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Emphysema, unspecified - what does this mean

Emphysema is a lung condition caused by damage to the air sacs in the lungs, leading to difficulty breathing and an inability to take in enough oxygen. it is often caused by long-term exposure to air pollutants or cigarette smoke, and can also be caused by genetic factors.

What happens during the disease - emphysema, unspecified

Emphysema is a chronic lung disease characterized by damage to the alveoli, the tiny air sacs in the lungs, which leads to difficulty breathing. it is caused by long-term exposure to irritants such as cigarette smoke, air pollution, and occupational exposure to dust and fumes. this damage causes the alveoli to become inflamed and less elastic, resulting in a decrease in the amount of air that can be exhaled. this leads to an increase in air trapped in the lungs, reducing the amount of oxygen that can be absorbed by the body. over time, this can lead to a buildup of fluid in the lungs, further reducing oxygen levels and causing shortness of breath and other respiratory symptoms.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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18 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Emphysema, unspecified - Prevention

The best way to prevent emphysema, unspecified is to avoid smoking, secondhand smoke, and other air pollutants, and to get regular exercise to keep lungs healthy. additionally, it is important to maintain a healthy diet and get regular check-ups to ensure that any early signs of the disease are identified and treated.

Main symptoms of the disease emphysema, unspecified

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Main Diseases ICD Classes Emphysema, unspecified