(I60) Subarachnoid haemorrhage

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1 740 174 in individuals diagnosis subarachnoid haemorrhage confirmed
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311 806 deaths with diagnosis subarachnoid haemorrhage
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18% mortality rate associated with the disease subarachnoid haemorrhage

Diagnosis subarachnoid haemorrhage is diagnosed Women are 12.37% more likely than Men

762 499

Men receive the diagnosis subarachnoid haemorrhage

127 493 (16.7 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis subarachnoid haemorrhage

184 313 (18.9 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease subarachnoid haemorrhage - Men and Women aged 55-59

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 10-95+
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 5-9Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+

Disease Features subarachnoid haemorrhage

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Subarachnoid haemorrhage - what does this mean

Subarachnoid haemorrhage is a type of stroke caused by bleeding between the brain and the thin tissues that cover it. it usually occurs when a weakened blood vessel ruptures and bleeds into the space between the brain and the skull, causing a sudden, severe headache.

What happens during the disease - subarachnoid haemorrhage

Subarachnoid haemorrhage is a type of stroke caused by bleeding between the brain and the thin tissues that cover it. this is usually caused by a ruptured aneurysm, which is a weakened area in the wall of a blood vessel that allows the artery to balloon out and eventually rupture. other causes can include trauma to the head, arteriovenous malformations, or a congenital vascular abnormality. the most common symptom is a sudden, severe headache, but other symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, confusion, loss of consciousness, and seizures.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • CT scan of the brain
  • MRI scan of the brain
  • Angiography
  • Lumbar puncture
  • Electroencephalogram (EEG)
  • Blood tests

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main Goal: To reduce the risk of re-bleeding and to reduce the risk of long-term complications
  • Prescribing antihypertensive medications to reduce blood pressure
  • Administering antifibrinolytic drugs to reduce the risk of re-bleeding
  • Performing surgery to remove the source of bleeding
  • Prescribing anticonvulsants to prevent seizures
  • Providing rehabilitation to improve physical and cognitive functioning
  • Monitoring for potential long-term complications such as hydrocephalus
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29 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Subarachnoid haemorrhage - Prevention

The best way to prevent a subarachnoid haemorrhage is to reduce the risk factors associated with it, such as controlling high blood pressure, avoiding smoking, and managing any underlying medical conditions like aneurysms. additionally, regular check-ups with a doctor can help to detect any potential issues early.