(M11) Other crystal arthropathies

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151 306 in individuals diagnosis other crystal arthropathies confirmed
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5 646 deaths with diagnosis other crystal arthropathies
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4% mortality rate associated with the disease other crystal arthropathies

Diagnosis other crystal arthropathies is diagnosed Women are 0.44% more likely than Men

75 317

Men receive the diagnosis other crystal arthropathies

1 922 (2.6 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis other crystal arthropathies

3 724 (4.9 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease other crystal arthropathies - Men aged 75-79 and Women aged 80-84

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 20-95+
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-19Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-14, 20-29
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 15-19, 30-95+

Disease Features other crystal arthropathies

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Other crystal arthropathies - what does this mean

Other crystal arthropathies are a group of diseases characterized by the formation of crystals within the synovial fluid of joints. these diseases can be caused by the deposition of monosodium urate, calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate, or hydroxyapatite crystals in the joint, leading to inflammation and pain.

What happens during the disease - other crystal arthropathies

Other crystal arthropathies are a group of disorders characterized by inflammation and pain in the joints caused by the deposition of crystals in the joint fluid. these crystals are composed of various substances, including calcium pyrophosphate, hydroxyapatite, calcium oxalate, and uric acid. the formation of these crystals is thought to be the result of an underlying metabolic abnormality, such as a defect in the enzymes that regulate the metabolism of these substances. the inflammation and pain associated with these disorders can be debilitating, and can cause permanent joint damage if left untreated.

Clinical Pattern

Other crystal arthropathies are a group of rare, inflammatory joint diseases caused by the deposition of crystals in the joints. Symptoms include pain, swelling, and stiffness of the joints, as well as possible fever, rash, and fatigue. Diagnosis is based on clinical presentation, laboratory tests, and imaging studies. Treatment involves medications to reduce inflammation, as well as lifestyle changes to reduce stress and improve overall health.

How does a doctor diagnose

  • Physical examination
  • Laboratory tests
  • X-rays
  • CT scan
  • Ultrasound
  • Bone scan
  • MRI
  • Joint aspiration
  • Synovial biopsy
  • Arthroscopy

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal: To reduce pain and inflammation and to improve joint mobility
  • Physical therapy
  • Occupational therapy
  • Stretching exercises
  • Strengthening exercises
  • Heat or cold therapy
  • Massage therapy
  • Anti-inflammatory medications
  • Corticosteroid injections
  • Disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs)
  • Biologic response modifiers
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17 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Other crystal arthropathies - Prevention

Other crystal arthropathies can be prevented by avoiding activities or environments that can cause trauma to the joints, such as contact sports, and by maintaining a healthy lifestyle with regular exercise and a balanced diet. in addition, avoiding or minimizing the use of medications such as corticosteroids that can increase the risk of crystal arthropathies is important.

Specified forms of the disease

(M11.0) Hydroxyapatite deposition disease
(M11.1) Familial chondrocalcinosis
(M11.2) Other chondrocalcinosis
(M11.8) Other specified crystal arthropathies
(M11.9) Crystal arthropathy, unspecified