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(J63.1) Bauxite fibrosis (of lung)
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21 238 in individuals diagnosis bauxite fibrosis (of lung) confirmed
4 104 deaths with diagnosis bauxite fibrosis (of lung)
19% mortality rate associated with the disease bauxite fibrosis (of lung)
Diagnosis bauxite fibrosis (of lung) is diagnosed Men are 35.66% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis bauxite fibrosis (of lung)
1 382 (9.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis bauxite fibrosis (of lung)
2 722 (39.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease bauxite fibrosis (of lung) - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 75-79
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 35-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-34, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-34, 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 35-89
Disease Features bauxite fibrosis (of lung)
Absence or low individual and public risk
Bauxite fibrosis (of lung) - what does this mean
Bauxite fibrosis is a type of lung disease caused by exposure to bauxite dust, which is a component of aluminum ore. it is characterized by the accumulation of scar tissue in the lungs, leading to impaired lung function and difficulty breathing.
What happens during the disease - bauxite fibrosis (of lung)
Bauxite fibrosis of the lung is caused by exposure to bauxite dust, which is a byproduct of the mining and refining of aluminum ore. the dust particles are small enough to be inhaled and can cause inflammation and scarring of the lung tissue, leading to a decrease in lung function and symptoms such as shortness of breath, coughing, and wheezing. over time, the scarring can become so severe that the lungs are unable to function properly, leading to respiratory failure.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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37 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Bauxite fibrosis (of lung) - Prevention
The best way to prevent bauxite fibrosis of the lung is to avoid exposure to bauxite dust. this can be done by wearing protective clothing, using safety equipment, and avoiding contact with bauxite dust as much as possible. additionally, regular medical check-ups should be conducted to monitor for early signs of the disease.