(Q05.6) Thoracic spina bifida without hydrocephalus

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159 709 in individuals diagnosis thoracic spina bifida without hydrocephalus confirmed
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4 363 deaths with diagnosis thoracic spina bifida without hydrocephalus
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3% mortality rate associated with the disease thoracic spina bifida without hydrocephalus

Diagnosis thoracic spina bifida without hydrocephalus is diagnosed Women are 4.30% more likely than Men

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Men receive the diagnosis thoracic spina bifida without hydrocephalus

2 025 (2.6 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis thoracic spina bifida without hydrocephalus

2 338 (2.8 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease thoracic spina bifida without hydrocephalus - Men and Women aged 0

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-49, 55-59, 65-69
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 50-54, 60-64, 70-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 45-49, 55-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-44, 50-54

Disease Features thoracic spina bifida without hydrocephalus

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Thoracic spina bifida without hydrocephalus - what does this mean

Thoracic spina bifida without hydrocephalus is a congenital disorder in which the vertebrae of the spine do not form properly during development, resulting in a gap in the spine in the thoracic region. this gap can damage the spinal cord and surrounding nerves, leading to physical and neurological symptoms.

What happens during the disease - thoracic spina bifida without hydrocephalus

Thoracic spina bifida without hydrocephalus is a congenital birth defect caused by the incomplete closure of the neural tube during early fetal development. this results in the malformation of the vertebrae of the spine, causing a gap in the spine that can cause nerve damage, paralysis, and other neurological issues. it can also lead to orthopedic problems such as scoliosis, hip dislocation, and foot deformities.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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23 Days of Hospitalization Required
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27 Hours Required for Outpatient Treatment

Thoracic spina bifida without hydrocephalus - Prevention

Thoracic spina bifida without hydrocephalus can be prevented by making sure that pregnant women receive adequate folic acid in their diet. folic acid helps to prevent neural tube defects, which includes thoracic spina bifida without hydrocephalus. women should start taking folic acid supplements before they become pregnant and throughout their pregnancy. additionally, pregnant women should avoid smoking and drinking alcohol.