(E80) Disorders of porphyrin and bilirubin metabolism

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484 961 in individuals diagnosis disorders of porphyrin and bilirubin metabolism confirmed
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2 087 deaths with diagnosis disorders of porphyrin and bilirubin metabolism

Diagnosis disorders of porphyrin and bilirubin metabolism is diagnosed Men are 12.73% more likely than Women

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Men receive the diagnosis disorders of porphyrin and bilirubin metabolism

1 076 (0.4 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis disorders of porphyrin and bilirubin metabolism

1 011 (0.5 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease disorders of porphyrin and bilirubin metabolism - Men and Women aged 0

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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+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94

Disease Features disorders of porphyrin and bilirubin metabolism

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Disorders of porphyrin and bilirubin metabolism - what does this mean

Disorders of porphyrin and bilirubin metabolism are caused by genetic defects in enzymes involved in the synthesis and metabolism of heme and bilirubin. these genetic defects can lead to an accumulation of porphyrins and bilirubin, resulting in a variety of clinical symptoms, such as jaundice, anemia, and neurological disorders.

What happens during the disease - disorders of porphyrin and bilirubin metabolism

Disorders of porphyrin and bilirubin metabolism are a group of diseases that result from genetic defects in enzymes involved in the synthesis and breakdown of porphyrins and bilirubin. these defects can lead to an accumulation of toxic metabolites, resulting in a variety of clinical symptoms including jaundice, anemia, and neurologic problems.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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

Disorders of porphyrin and bilirubin metabolism - Prevention

Prevention of disorders of porphyrin and bilirubin metabolism involves reducing exposure to environmental toxins, avoiding alcohol and drugs, eating a balanced diet, and getting regular exercise. additionally, regular check-ups with a physician can help to identify and address any issues with porphyrin and bilirubin metabolism before they become more serious.

Specified forms of the disease

(P15.0) Birth injury to liver
(P15.1) Birth injury to spleen
(P15.2) Sternomastoid injury due to birth injury
(P15.3) Birth injury to eye
(P15.4) Birth injury to face
(P15.5) Birth injury to external genitalia
(P15.6) Subcutaneous fat necrosis due to birth injury
(P15.8) Other specified birth injuries
(P15.9) Birth injury, unspecified