(M31.4) Aortic arch syndrome [takayasu]

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861 581 in individuals diagnosis aortic arch syndrome [takayasu] confirmed
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31 991 deaths with diagnosis aortic arch syndrome [takayasu]
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4% mortality rate associated with the disease aortic arch syndrome [takayasu]

Diagnosis aortic arch syndrome [takayasu] is diagnosed Women are 11.89% more likely than Men

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Men receive the diagnosis aortic arch syndrome [takayasu]

17 557 (4.6 %)

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Women receive the diagnosis aortic arch syndrome [takayasu]

14 434 (3.0 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease aortic arch syndrome [takayasu] - Men and Women aged 55-59

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+in 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 aortic arch syndrome [takayasu]

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Aortic arch syndrome [takayasu] - what does this mean

Takayasu's aortic arch syndrome is an inflammatory condition of the aorta and its branches, usually occurring in young women. it occurs when the aorta and its branches become inflamed, causing narrowing of the blood vessels. this narrowing can lead to decreased blood flow to the organs, resulting in symptoms such as fatigue, dizziness, chest pain, and shortness of breath. treatment includes medications to reduce inflammation, lifestyle changes, and surgery.

What happens during the disease - aortic arch syndrome [takayasu]

Takayasu's aortic arch syndrome is an autoimmune condition in which the body's own immune system attacks the aorta and its branches, leading to inflammation and narrowing of the aorta and its branches. this narrowing can lead to decreased blood flow to the heart, brain, and other organs, resulting in a range of symptoms, including chest pain, headache, dizziness, and fatigue.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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

Aortic arch syndrome [takayasu] - Prevention

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