(K83.4) Spasm of sphincter of oddi

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3 493 872 in individuals diagnosis spasm of sphincter of oddi confirmed
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92 696 deaths with diagnosis spasm of sphincter of oddi
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3% mortality rate associated with the disease spasm of sphincter of oddi

Diagnosis spasm of sphincter of oddi is diagnosed Women are 7.04% more likely than Men

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Men receive the diagnosis spasm of sphincter of oddi

36 674 (2.3 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis spasm of sphincter of oddi

56 022 (3.0 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease spasm of sphincter of oddi - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 80-84

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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 spasm of sphincter of oddi

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Spasm of sphincter of oddi - what does this mean

Spasm of sphincter of oddi is a condition that occurs when the sphincter of oddi, a muscle located at the junction of the common bile duct and the pancreatic duct, becomes too tight or goes into spasm, causing bile and pancreatic juices to become trapped and unable to flow freely. this can lead to abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting.

What happens during the disease - spasm of sphincter of oddi

Spasm of sphincter of oddi is a condition caused by a narrowing of the sphincter of oddi, a muscle that helps regulate the flow of digestive juices from the gallbladder and pancreas into the small intestine. this narrowing can be caused by a variety of factors, including inflammation, infection, trauma, medications, or a structural abnormality. the resulting spasm can lead to blockage of the flow of digestive juices, leading to abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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14 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Spasm of sphincter of oddi - Prevention

The best way to prevent spasm of the sphincter of oddi is to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly, and avoiding excessive alcohol and tobacco use. in addition, managing stress levels and avoiding any medications that could irritate the bile ducts may help to reduce the risk of spasm of the sphincter of oddi.