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(Q21.9) Congenital malformation of cardiac septum, unspecified
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2 322 109 in individuals diagnosis congenital malformation of cardiac septum, unspecified confirmed
27 613 deaths with diagnosis congenital malformation of cardiac septum, unspecified
1% mortality rate associated with the disease congenital malformation of cardiac septum, unspecified
Diagnosis congenital malformation of cardiac septum, unspecified is diagnosed Women are 6.95% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis congenital malformation of cardiac septum, unspecified
14 866 (1.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis congenital malformation of cardiac septum, unspecified
12 747 (1.0 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease congenital malformation of cardiac septum, unspecified - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features congenital malformation of cardiac septum, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Congenital malformation of cardiac septum, unspecified - what does this mean
Congenital malformation of the cardiac septum is a birth defect in which the wall that separates the left and right sides of the heart (the septum) is incomplete or improperly formed. this can lead to an abnormal flow of blood between the two sides of the heart, resulting in a wide variety of symptoms, including shortness of breath, fatigue, and an irregular heartbeat.
What happens during the disease - congenital malformation of cardiac septum, unspecified
Congenital malformation of the cardiac septum is a condition in which the walls of the heart do not form correctly during fetal development. this can lead to a hole between the two sides of the heart and/or abnormal connections between the heart chambers, resulting in irregular blood flow and inefficient pumping of the heart. depending on the severity of the malformation, additional symptoms such as fatigue, shortness of breath, and chest pain may be present.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Chest X-ray
- Echocardiogram
- Cardiac catheterization
- Cardiac MRI
- Electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Pulse oximetry
- Cardiac enzyme tests
- Blood tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To repair the congenital malformation of the cardiac septum.
- Diagnose the malformation with an echocardiogram or other imaging tests.
- Prescribe medications to reduce symptoms such as shortness of breath and fatigue.
- Refer the patient to a cardiologist for further evaluation.
- Perform a cardiac catheterization to assess the extent of the malformation.
- Perform a corrective surgery to repair the malformation.
- Monitor the patient's progress after the surgery.
- Provide follow-up care and lifestyle advice to help prevent future complications.
12 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Congenital malformation of cardiac septum, unspecified - Prevention
Congenital malformation of cardiac septum, unspecified can be prevented by monitoring pregnant women for any risk factors and making sure they are getting regular prenatal care, as well as taking steps to reduce the risk of infections during pregnancy. it is also important to be aware of any family history of congenital heart defects.