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(F78.1) Other mental retardation : significant impairment of behaviour requiring attention or treatment
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10 723 in individuals diagnosis other mental retardation : significant impairment of behaviour requiring attention or treatment confirmed
4 983 deaths with diagnosis other mental retardation : significant impairment of behaviour requiring attention or treatment
47% mortality rate associated with the disease other mental retardation : significant impairment of behaviour requiring attention or treatment
Diagnosis other mental retardation : significant impairment of behaviour requiring attention or treatment is diagnosed Women are 0.25% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis other mental retardation : significant impairment of behaviour requiring attention or treatment
4 671 (87.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis other mental retardation : significant impairment of behaviour requiring attention or treatment
312 (5.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other mental retardation : significant impairment of behaviour requiring attention or treatment - Men aged 10-14 and Women aged 35-39
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-44, 50-59
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 45-49, 60-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 10-14, 20-24, 65-69, 75-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-9, 15-19, 25-64, 70-74
Disease Features other mental retardation : significant impairment of behaviour requiring attention or treatment
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other mental retardation : significant impairment of behaviour requiring attention or treatment - what does this mean
Other mental retardation is caused by a variety of factors, including genetic conditions, prenatal and perinatal complications, and exposure to environmental toxins. it is characterized by significant impairment of behaviour and functioning, including deficits in communication, social skills, and self-care, that require attention and treatment.
What happens during the disease - other mental retardation : significant impairment of behaviour requiring attention or treatment
Other mental retardation is an umbrella term for a range of neurological disorders that cause significant impairments in behaviour, cognition, and communication. these impairments can be caused by genetic abnormalities, prenatal exposure to toxins or drugs, or a lack of oxygen during birth, all of which can affect the development of the brain and lead to mental retardation. in some cases, the cause of mental retardation is unknown. treatment for mental retardation typically includes educational, behavioural, and medical interventions to help the individual reach their full potential.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Conducting a physical examination
- Comprehensive medical history review
- Cognitive testing
- Neuropsychological testing
- Genetic testing
- Brain imaging
- Psychological evaluation
- Educational assessment
- Developmental evaluation
- Speech and language assessment
- Occupational therapy assessment
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To improve functioning and quality of life for people with other mental retardation.
- Provide psychotherapy to help manage behavior and emotions
- Provide educational interventions to improve academic functioning
- Provide social skills training to improve social functioning
- Provide vocational training to improve job skills
- Provide physical therapy to improve motor functioning
- Provide occupational therapy to improve daily living skills
- Provide speech and language therapy to improve communication skills
- Provide recreational activities to improve leisure functioning
- Provide nutritional counseling to improve dietary habits
- Provide support and counseling to family and caregivers
51 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Other mental retardation : significant impairment of behaviour requiring attention or treatment - Prevention
Other mental retardation can be prevented through early detection and intervention of developmental delays, proper nutrition and a healthy lifestyle, and identifying and treating any underlying medical conditions. early intervention services can help children reach their full potential and help families develop the skills they need to support their child's development.