(Q39.0) Atresia of oesophagus without fistula

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132 175 in individuals diagnosis atresia of oesophagus without fistula confirmed
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2 965 deaths with diagnosis atresia of oesophagus without fistula
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2% mortality rate associated with the disease atresia of oesophagus without fistula

Diagnosis atresia of oesophagus without fistula is diagnosed Men are 7.95% more likely than Women

71 344

Men receive the diagnosis atresia of oesophagus without fistula

1 856 (2.6 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis atresia of oesophagus without fistula

1 109 (1.8 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease atresia of oesophagus without fistula - Men and Women aged 0

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-39, 45-94
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 40-44, 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 30-34, 90-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-29, 35-89

Disease Features atresia of oesophagus without fistula

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Atresia of oesophagus without fistula - what does this mean

Atresia of the oesophagus without fistula is a congenital birth defect where the oesophagus is blocked off and does not have a connection to the stomach. this results in difficulty swallowing, regurgitation of food and saliva, and poor weight gain. it is usually diagnosed prenatally and can be treated with surgical intervention.

What happens during the disease - atresia of oesophagus without fistula

Atresia of the oesophagus without a fistula is a congenital condition caused by an abnormality in development of the foetal oesophagus. this results in a blockage of the oesophagus that prevents the passage of food from the mouth to the stomach. the cause of this abnormality is unknown, but it is thought to be related to genetic factors or environmental influences during pregnancy. in some cases, the blockage is so severe that no connection between the mouth and stomach exists, leading to a complete absence of the oesophagus.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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

Atresia of oesophagus without fistula - Prevention

Atresia of oesophagus without fistula is a birth defect that is preventable by implementing prenatal screening and genetic counseling. prenatal screening and genetic counseling can help identify any potential risk factors, such as family history or environmental exposure, and provide advice on how to reduce the risk of developing the condition. additionally, taking folic acid supplements before and during pregnancy can help reduce the risk.