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(Q05.5) Cervical spina bifida without hydrocephalus
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159 709 in individuals diagnosis cervical spina bifida without hydrocephalus confirmed
4 363 deaths with diagnosis cervical spina bifida without hydrocephalus
3% mortality rate associated with the disease cervical spina bifida without hydrocephalus
Diagnosis cervical spina bifida without hydrocephalus is diagnosed Women are 4.30% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis cervical spina bifida without hydrocephalus
2 025 (2.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis cervical spina bifida without hydrocephalus
2 338 (2.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease cervical spina bifida without hydrocephalus - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-49, 55-59, 65-69
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 50-54, 60-64, 70-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 45-49, 55-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-44, 50-54
Disease Features cervical spina bifida without hydrocephalus
Absence or low individual and public risk
Cervical spina bifida without hydrocephalus - what does this mean
Cervical spina bifida without hydrocephalus is a rare congenital condition in which the vertebrae of the neck do not form properly, leaving a gap in the spine. this can cause a variety of neurological deficits, including sensory and motor deficits, depending on the size of the gap and the location of the vertebrae involved.
What happens during the disease - cervical spina bifida without hydrocephalus
Cervical spina bifida without hydrocephalus is caused by a failure of the neural tube to close properly during the early stages of fetal development. this results in an incomplete closure of the vertebrae of the neck, leading to a defect in the spinal cord and the surrounding structures. this can lead to a range of physical and neurological symptoms, including partial or complete paralysis of the lower limbs, bladder and bowel problems, and sensory deficits.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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23 Days of Hospitalization Required
27 Hours Required for Outpatient Treatment
Cervical spina bifida without hydrocephalus - Prevention
Cervical spina bifida without hydrocephalus can be prevented by taking folic acid supplements during pregnancy, avoiding exposure to certain chemicals and drugs, and maintaining good nutrition and a healthy lifestyle. additionally, pregnant women should be regularly screened for spina bifida and other birth defects.