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(J94.1) Fibrothorax
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662 634 in individuals diagnosis fibrothorax confirmed
10 232 deaths with diagnosis fibrothorax
2% mortality rate associated with the disease fibrothorax
Diagnosis fibrothorax is diagnosed Men are 25.28% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis fibrothorax
5 950 (1.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis fibrothorax
4 282 (1.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease fibrothorax - Men aged 65-69 and Women aged 80-84
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features fibrothorax
Absence or low individual and public risk
Fibrothorax - what does this mean
Fibrothorax is a condition where the pleural space between the lungs and the chest wall becomes filled with fibrous tissue, resulting in a thickening of the pleura. this thickening can cause difficulty breathing and chest pain, and can lead to a decrease in lung function.
What happens during the disease - fibrothorax
Fibrothorax is a condition in which fibrous tissue builds up in the pleural space, the area between the lungs and the chest wall. this fibrous tissue restricts the movement of the lungs, making it difficult to breathe. the cause of fibrothorax is not well understood, but it is believed to be caused by prolonged inflammation of the pleural space, which can be caused by a variety of factors such as infection, radiation exposure, or trauma.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Chest X-ray
- CT Scan
- Pulmonary Function Tests (PFTs)
- Bronchoscopy
- Thoracentesis
- Thoracoscopy
- Lung Biopsy
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the amount of fluid in the pleural space and improve chest wall movement.
- Administering medication to reduce the production of pleural fluid.
- Undergoing a pleurodesis procedure to create adhesions between the two layers of the pleura.
- Undergoing a thoracoscopy to remove excess fluid and scar tissue.
- Undergoing a pleural biopsy to confirm the diagnosis.
- Undergoing a pleurectomy to surgically remove part of the pleura.
- Undergoing a thoracotomy to remove scar tissue and excess fluid.
- Undergoing a talc pleurodesis to create adhesions between the two layers of the pleura.
- Receiving oxygen therapy to improve breathing.
- Receiving physical therapy to improve chest wall movement.
18 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Fibrothorax - Prevention
The best way to prevent fibrothorax is to avoid any known risk factors, such as smoking, exposure to asbestos, and other environmental toxins. it is also important to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise, a balanced diet, and avoiding alcohol and drugs. additionally, regular check-ups with a doctor can help identify any early signs of the disease.