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(Q39.5) Congenital dilatation of oesophagus
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132 175 in individuals diagnosis congenital dilatation of oesophagus confirmed
2 965 deaths with diagnosis congenital dilatation of oesophagus
2% mortality rate associated with the disease congenital dilatation of oesophagus
Diagnosis congenital dilatation of oesophagus is diagnosed Men are 7.95% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis congenital dilatation of oesophagus
1 856 (2.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis congenital dilatation of oesophagus
1 109 (1.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease congenital dilatation of oesophagus - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-39, 45-94
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+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-29, 35-89
Disease Features congenital dilatation of oesophagus
Absence or low individual and public risk
Congenital dilatation of oesophagus - what does this mean
Congenital dilatation of oesophagus is a rare condition in which the oesophagus is abnormally enlarged due to a malformation of the muscular walls of the oesophagus. this can lead to difficulty in swallowing and regurgitation of food. it can also cause breathing difficulties and aspiration pneumonia.
What happens during the disease - congenital dilatation of oesophagus
Congenital dilatation of the oesophagus is a rare disorder caused by abnormal development of the oesophagus during fetal development. it is caused by a defect in the smooth muscle of the oesophagus that causes it to become abnormally dilated, leading to difficulty in swallowing and regurgitation of food. in some cases, the oesophagus can become blocked, leading to further complications.
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
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Congenital dilatation of oesophagus - Prevention
The best way to prevent congenital dilatation of oesophagus is to ensure that pregnant women receive regular prenatal care, including screening for any potentially related conditions. additionally, it is important to ensure that infants and children receive regular check-ups to ensure that any early signs of the condition are identified and treated as soon as possible.