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(Q01.9) Encephalocele, unspecified
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26 067 in individuals diagnosis encephalocele, unspecified confirmed
2 064 deaths with diagnosis encephalocele, unspecified
8% mortality rate associated with the disease encephalocele, unspecified
Diagnosis encephalocele, unspecified is diagnosed Men are 5.43% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis encephalocele, unspecified
900 (6.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis encephalocele, unspecified
1 164 (9.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease encephalocele, unspecified - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-24, 30-39, 65-74
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 25-29, 40-64, 75-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 20-24, 65-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-19, 25-64
Disease Features encephalocele, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Encephalocele, unspecified - what does this mean
Encephalocele is a birth defect in which a portion of the brain protrudes through an opening in the skull. it occurs when the neural tube, which forms the brain and spinal cord, fails to close completely during fetal development. it is typically caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors.
What happens during the disease - encephalocele, unspecified
Encephalocele is a rare birth defect that occurs when a portion of the brain and the membranes that cover it protrude through an opening in the skull. it is caused by abnormal closure of the neural tube during early fetal development, resulting in a defect in the skull and the formation of a sac-like protrusion containing brain tissue and meninges. this defect can be located anywhere along the skull, but is most common in the occipital region. the severity of the condition depends on the size and location of the encephalocele, and can range from mild to severe.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- MRI Scan
- CT Scan
- Ultrasound
- Neuropsychological Testing
- EEG
- Blood Tests
- Lumbar Puncture
- X-Rays
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: Reduce the risk of complications and improve the patient's quality of life.
- Surgery to repair the encephalocele
- Antibiotics to treat any infection
- Pain relief medications
- Physical therapy to help with motor development
- Occupational therapy to help with cognitive development
- Speech therapy to help with communication and language development
- Counseling and support for the patient and their family
- Regular follow-up visits with the doctor
16 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Encephalocele, unspecified - Prevention
Encephalocele, unspecified can be prevented by maintaining good hygiene, avoiding contact with people who are infected, and getting vaccinated against the viruses that can cause it. additionally, pregnant women should take prenatal vitamins and get regular check-ups to ensure their baby is developing normally.