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(M30.0) Polyarteritis nodosa
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186 013 in individuals diagnosis polyarteritis nodosa confirmed
4 451 deaths with diagnosis polyarteritis nodosa
2% mortality rate associated with the disease polyarteritis nodosa
Diagnosis polyarteritis nodosa is diagnosed Men are 2.88% more likely than Women
95 684
Men receive the diagnosis polyarteritis nodosa
2 438 (2.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis polyarteritis nodosa
2 013 (2.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease polyarteritis nodosa - Men and Women aged 0-5
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features polyarteritis nodosa
Absence or low individual and public risk
Polyarteritis nodosa - what does this mean
Polyarteritis nodosa is an inflammatory disease of the medium and small arteries that is caused by an autoimmune reaction. it is characterized by inflammation of the walls of the arteries, leading to narrowing and obstruction of the vessels, resulting in tissue ischemia and organ damage. symptoms may include abdominal pain, fever, weight loss, rash, and kidney failure.
What happens during the disease - polyarteritis nodosa
Polyarteritis nodosa is an autoimmune disorder caused by an abnormal immune response to an infection or other environmental trigger. it results in inflammation of the walls of medium-sized and small arteries, leading to ischemia and tissue damage. this inflammation is caused by the body's production of autoantibodies, which attack the walls of the arteries, leading to the formation of granulomas and necrosis. the resulting damage to the arteries can lead to organ dysfunction, tissue death, and other life-threatening complications.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Blood tests
- Urinalysis
- Imaging studies (X-ray, MRI, CT scan)
- Angiography
- Biopsy
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: Reduce inflammation in the body and reduce the risk of organ damage.
- Prescription of corticosteroids and/or immunosuppressants
- Plasmapheresis (plasma exchange)
- Intravenous immunoglobulin therapy
- Antibiotic therapy for infections
- Surgery to remove affected blood vessels
- Physical therapy to improve mobility
- Pain management
- Nutritional support
16 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Polyarteritis nodosa - Prevention
Polyarteritis nodosa can be prevented by avoiding contact with people who are infected, practicing good hygiene, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle with proper nutrition and regular exercise. vaccines are also available for some types of infections that can lead to polyarteritis nodosa.