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(M30.8) Other conditions related to polyarteritis nodosa
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186 013 in individuals diagnosis other conditions related to polyarteritis nodosa confirmed
4 451 deaths with diagnosis other conditions related to polyarteritis nodosa
2% mortality rate associated with the disease other conditions related to polyarteritis nodosa
Diagnosis other conditions related to polyarteritis nodosa is diagnosed Men are 2.88% more likely than Women
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2 438 (2.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis other conditions related to polyarteritis nodosa
2 013 (2.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other conditions related to 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 other conditions related to polyarteritis nodosa
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other conditions related to polyarteritis nodosa - what does this mean
Other conditions related to polyarteritis nodosa may include systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, sjogren's syndrome, and microscopic polyangiitis. these conditions are caused by an autoimmune process in which the body's immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissue. this can lead to inflammation of the blood vessels, which can cause damage to the organs and other tissues.
What happens during the disease - other conditions related to polyarteritis nodosa
Polyarteritis nodosa is an autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation of the walls of small and medium-sized arteries. other conditions related to polyarteritis nodosa are systemic vasculitis, myocardial infarction, stroke, glomerulonephritis, pulmonary hypertension, and peripheral neuropathy. these conditions develop as a result of the inflammation caused by the immune system attacking the blood vessels, which can cause them to become narrowed, weakened, or blocked. this can lead to decreased blood flow to organs and tissues, which can cause organ damage and other symptoms.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Blood tests to measure levels of inflammation
- Imaging tests, such as MRI or CT scans, to look for signs of inflammation in the blood vessels
- Angiography to look for narrowed or blocked arteries
- Biopsy of affected tissue to look for signs of inflammation
- Electromyography to measure the electrical activity of muscles
- Nerve conduction studies to measure the speed of nerve signals
- Ultrasound to look for signs of inflammation in the arteries
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treat the underlying condition causing the polyarteritis nodosa and reduce the associated symptoms.
- Medication to suppress the immune system
- Corticosteroids to reduce inflammation
- Immunosuppressant medications
- Antibiotics to treat infections
- Plasmapheresis to remove antibodies from the bloodstream
- Surgery to repair damaged blood vessels
- Physical therapy to improve range of motion and strength
- Occupational therapy to help with daily activities
- Counseling to help with emotional and psychological issues
16 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Other conditions related to polyarteritis nodosa - Prevention
The best way to prevent other conditions related to polyarteritis nodosa is to manage the underlying condition. this includes taking medications to control inflammation, avoiding triggers such as smoking and alcohol, and controlling blood pressure and cholesterol levels. regular follow-up with a health care provider is also important to monitor for any changes in symptoms or the development of new conditions.