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(N27) Small kidney of unknown cause
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116 061 in individuals diagnosis small kidney of unknown cause confirmed
8 485 deaths with diagnosis small kidney of unknown cause
7% mortality rate associated with the disease small kidney of unknown cause
Diagnosis small kidney of unknown cause is diagnosed Women are 28.37% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis small kidney of unknown cause
4 222 (10.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis small kidney of unknown cause
4 263 (5.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease small kidney of unknown cause - Men aged 65-69 and Women aged 75-79
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 small kidney of unknown cause
Absence or low individual and public risk
Small kidney of unknown cause - what does this mean
Small kidney of unknown cause is a condition in which one or both of the kidneys are smaller than normal, without any identifiable cause. it is usually discovered incidentally during imaging tests, such as an ultrasound or ct scan, and can be associated with other medical conditions.
What happens during the disease - small kidney of unknown cause
Small kidney of unknown cause is a condition in which one or both kidneys are abnormally small, often due to a lack of blood supply to the organ. this can be caused by a variety of factors, including genetic abnormalities, infections, and autoimmune disorders. in some cases, the cause of the condition is unknown, and further testing is needed to determine the underlying cause.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Complete physical examination
- Urine analysis
- Blood tests
- Ultrasound of the kidneys
- CT scan of the abdomen
- MRI of the abdomen
- Kidney biopsy
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To improve the function of the small kidney
- Administer medications to reduce inflammation
- Perform imaging tests such as CT scan or MRI to diagnose the cause
- Prescribe medications to reduce pain and swelling
- Perform dialysis to remove excess fluids and waste products from the body
- Prescribe antibiotics to treat any infection
- Perform surgery to remove the affected kidney
- Prescribe medications to regulate blood pressure
- Provide lifestyle advice and dietary changes to improve kidney health
- Monitor kidney function through regular blood tests and urine tests
11 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Small kidney of unknown cause - Prevention
The prevention of small kidney of unknown cause is to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly, and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. additionally, regular check-ups with a doctor are important to monitor for any signs or symptoms of the disease.
Specified forms of the disease
| (N27.0) Small kidney, unilateral |
| (N27.1) Small kidney, bilateral |
| (N27.9) Small kidney, unspecified |