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(J67.4) Maltworker lung
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131 655 in individuals diagnosis maltworker lung confirmed
9 379 deaths with diagnosis maltworker lung
7% mortality rate associated with the disease maltworker lung
Diagnosis maltworker lung is diagnosed Men are 0.37% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis maltworker lung
6 508 (9.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis maltworker lung
2 871 (4.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease maltworker lung - Men aged 45-49 and Women aged 60-64
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 10-14, 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 5-9, 15-89
Disease Features maltworker lung
Absence or low individual and public risk
Maltworker lung - what does this mean
Maltworker lung is an occupational lung disease caused by inhalation of grain dust, which contains fungal spores, bacteria, and other organic particles. this exposure leads to inflammation and scarring of the lungs, which can eventually lead to impaired lung function.
What happens during the disease - maltworker lung
Maltworker lung is an occupational lung disease caused by the inhalation of airborne barley and malt dust particles. these particles can cause an inflammatory response in the lungs, leading to the development of fibrosis, or scarring, of the lung tissue. this scarring can cause a decrease in lung function and lead to symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath. in some cases, the disease can progress to severe respiratory failure or even death.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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16 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Maltworker lung - Prevention
The best way to prevent maltworker lung is to ensure that workers in the malt industry are provided with adequate protective equipment such as respirators, face masks, and protective clothing to prevent inhalation of the dust particles. it is also important to ensure that the workplace is well ventilated and that there are proper safety procedures in place. additionally, workers should be provided with regular medical check-ups to detect any early signs of the disease.