(K41.1) Bilateral femoral hernia, with gangrene

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700 773 in individuals diagnosis bilateral femoral hernia, with gangrene confirmed
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16 435 deaths with diagnosis bilateral femoral hernia, with gangrene
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2% mortality rate associated with the disease bilateral femoral hernia, with gangrene

Diagnosis bilateral femoral hernia, with gangrene is diagnosed Women are 44.16% more likely than Men

195 641

Men receive the diagnosis bilateral femoral hernia, with gangrene

4 507 (2.3 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis bilateral femoral hernia, with gangrene

11 928 (2.4 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease bilateral femoral hernia, with gangrene - Men and Women aged 75-79

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
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in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+

Disease Features bilateral femoral hernia, with gangrene

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Bilateral femoral hernia, with gangrene - what does this mean

Bilateral femoral hernia is a condition in which the intestines or other abdominal organs protrude through the inguinal canal in the groin area, resulting in a bulge in the inner thigh. in cases of gangrene, the protrusion can become infected, leading to tissue death and further complications.

What happens during the disease - bilateral femoral hernia, with gangrene

Bilateral femoral hernia is a condition in which fatty tissue or a portion of the intestine protrudes through a weak spot in the abdominal wall near the groin area. the hernia can become strangulated, cutting off the blood supply to the affected area and leading to gangrene. this is usually caused by a combination of factors such as increased abdominal pressure, weakened abdominal muscles, and a congenital defect in the abdominal wall.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Physical examination
  • X-ray imaging
  • Ultrasound imaging
  • CT scan
  • MRI scan
  • Blood tests
  • Urine tests
  • Tissue samples

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main Goal: To treat the bilateral femoral hernia with gangrene.
  • Administer antibiotics to reduce the risk of infection.
  • Perform surgery to remove the hernia and any affected tissue.
  • Perform debridement to remove any dead or infected tissue.
  • Perform skin grafting to replace any damaged skin.
  • Provide wound care to promote healing.
  • Monitor the patient for signs of infection.
  • Prescribe physical therapy to improve strength and mobility.
  • Prescribe pain medications to reduce discomfort.
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8 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Bilateral femoral hernia, with gangrene - Prevention

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