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(Q10.0) Congenital ptosis
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75 005 in individuals diagnosis congenital ptosis confirmed
Diagnosis congenital ptosis is diagnosed Men are 8.32% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis congenital ptosis
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis congenital ptosis
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease congenital ptosis - Men and Women aged 0-5
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-34, 40-64, 70-79, 85-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 35-39, 65-69, 80-84, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 55-74, 80-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-54, 75-79
Disease Features congenital ptosis
Absence or low individual and public risk
Congenital ptosis - what does this mean
Congenital ptosis is a condition in which the upper eyelid droops due to a weakness in the muscle that lifts the eyelid. it is a congenital condition, meaning it is present at birth, and can be caused by a variety of genetic, neurological, or muscular disorders.
What happens during the disease - congenital ptosis
Congenital ptosis is a condition in which the upper eyelid droops due to a lack of development or paralysis of the levator palpebrae superioris muscle, which is responsible for lifting the eyelid. this can be caused by a variety of genetic, environmental, or neurological factors, such as structural abnormalities in the muscle, a defect in the nerve supply to the muscle, or an abnormality in the development of the eyelid. in some cases, the cause of the ptosis is unknown.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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5 Days of Hospitalization Required
196 Hours Required for Outpatient Treatment
Congenital ptosis - Prevention
The best way to prevent congenital ptosis is for expecting mothers to take prenatal vitamins, get regular check-ups, and follow a healthy lifestyle during pregnancy. additionally, it is recommended that infants be screened for ptosis shortly after birth.
