(K38.2) Diverticulum of appendix

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335 484 in individuals diagnosis diverticulum of appendix confirmed

2 535 deaths with diagnosis diverticulum of appendix

1% mortality rate associated with the disease diverticulum of appendix

Etiology Pathogenesis Clinical Pattern Diagnostics Treatment Prevention

Diagnosis diverticulum of appendix is diagnosed Women are 16.27% more likely than Men

140 447

Men receive the diagnosis diverticulum of appendix

991 (0.7 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

100

195 037

Women receive the diagnosis diverticulum of appendix

1 544 (0.8 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease diverticulum of appendix - Men aged 10-14 and Women aged 15-19

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 95+

In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94

Disease Features diverticulum of appendix

Absence or low individual and public risk

Diverticulum of appendix - what does this mean

Diverticulum of the appendix is a condition in which small sacs form in the wall of the appendix, which can become inflamed or infected. this can lead to abdominal pain, nausea, fever, and vomiting. in some cases, the diverticulum can become blocked, leading to appendicitis.

What happens during the disease - diverticulum of appendix

Diverticulum of appendix is a condition in which a small pouch or sac forms in the wall of the appendix. it is believed to be caused by increased intraluminal pressure in the appendix, which can be caused by a variety of factors, such as inflammation, obstruction, or a foreign body. this increased pressure can cause the wall of the appendix to weaken and form a pouch. the pouch can become inflamed or infected, leading to abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, fever, and other symptoms.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

Physical Examination
Blood Tests
Urine Tests
Ultrasound
CT Scan
Colonoscopy
Barium Enema
Endoscopy
Biopsy

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal of the treatment: Treating Diverticulum of Appendix

Administering antibiotics
Prescribing a low-fiber diet
Recommending over-the-counter pain relievers
Performing a laparoscopic appendectomy
Performing a diverticulopexy
Prescribing a high-fiber diet
Recommending a liquid diet
Recommending probiotics
Recommending lifestyle changes
Performing a colonoscopy

8 Days of Hospitalization Required

Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Diverticulum of appendix - Prevention

The best way to prevent diverticulum of the appendix is to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly, and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. additionally, it is important to practice good hygiene, such as washing hands regularly and avoiding contact with people who have been diagnosed with the disease.

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