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(J96.9) Respiratory failure, unspecified
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7 240 316 in individuals diagnosis respiratory failure, unspecified confirmed
264 414 deaths with diagnosis respiratory failure, unspecified
4% mortality rate associated with the disease respiratory failure, unspecified
Diagnosis respiratory failure, unspecified is diagnosed Men are 19.25% more likely than Women
4 317 110
Men receive the diagnosis respiratory failure, unspecified
126 803 (2.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis respiratory failure, unspecified
137 611 (4.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease respiratory failure, unspecified - Men and Women aged 75-79
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features respiratory failure, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Respiratory failure, unspecified - what does this mean
Respiratory failure is a condition in which the lungs are unable to adequately exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide, resulting in a decrease in oxygen levels in the blood and an increase in carbon dioxide levels. it can be caused by a variety of conditions, including heart failure, pulmonary embolism, pneumonia, or trauma. unspecified respiratory failure is when the cause of the failure is unknown.
What happens during the disease - respiratory failure, unspecified
Respiratory failure is a condition in which the body is unable to adequately exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide in the lungs, resulting in a decreased oxygen concentration in the blood. this can occur due to a variety of causes, including but not limited to, decreased lung function due to infection or disease, inadequate ventilation, or obstruction of the airways. in some cases, the cause of the respiratory failure is unknown and is referred to as unspecified respiratory failure.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Obtain medical history and physical exam
- Order laboratory tests including complete blood count, electrolytes, chest X-ray, pulmonary function tests, and arterial blood gas analysis
- Perform imaging studies such as computed tomography (CT) scan of the chest
- Perform echocardiogram to assess cardiac function
- Perform bronchoscopy to evaluate the airways
- Perform pleural fluid analysis to assess for infection or other causes
- Perform allergy tests to assess for allergic reactions
- Perform pulmonary angiography to assess for pulmonary embolism
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To improve respiratory function and reduce the risk of further respiratory failure.
- Administer oxygen therapy
- Prescribe medications to reduce inflammation and improve lung function
- Provide pulmonary rehabilitation to improve breathing and exercise tolerance
- Perform chest physiotherapy to loosen mucus and reduce airway obstruction
- Administer bronchodilators to widen airways and reduce airway obstruction
- Perform lung volume reduction surgery to remove damaged lung tissue
- Perform lung transplantation if needed
- Provide lifestyle advice to reduce risk factors such as smoking
- Provide emotional support and counseling
27 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Respiratory failure, unspecified - Prevention
Respiratory failure, unspecified, can be prevented by avoiding smoking, avoiding exposure to air pollution, exercising regularly, eating a healthy diet, and getting vaccinated against the flu and pneumonia. additionally, people with underlying medical conditions should take steps to manage their conditions, such as taking prescribed medications and getting regular checkups.