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(Q24.6) Congenital heart block
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160 963 in individuals diagnosis congenital heart block confirmed
24 777 deaths with diagnosis congenital heart block
15% mortality rate associated with the disease congenital heart block
Diagnosis congenital heart block is diagnosed Men are 7.77% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis congenital heart block
13 592 (15.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis congenital heart block
11 185 (15.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease congenital heart block - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-84
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 85-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-84
Disease Features congenital heart block
Absence or low individual and public risk
Congenital heart block - what does this mean
Congenital heart block is a rare birth defect caused by a problem in the electrical system of the heart, which results in an abnormally slow heart rate. it occurs when the electrical signals that control the heartbeat are delayed or blocked as they travel from the upper to the lower chambers of the heart. this can lead to a decrease in the amount of oxygen and nutrients that are delivered to the body, resulting in serious health problems.
What happens during the disease - congenital heart block
Congenital heart block is a rare congenital disorder caused by abnormal conduction of electrical signals between the upper and lower chambers of the heart. it is believed to be caused by an autoimmune reaction to the fetal heart tissue, resulting in inflammation and fibrosis of the conduction system. this leads to a decrease in the conduction of electrical signals, resulting in a slow and irregular heartbeat. in severe cases, the heart can stop beating completely.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Echocardiogram
- Electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Chest X-ray
- Cardiac MRI
- Cardiac CT scan
- Blood tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the risk of complications associated with Congenital Heart Block.
- Regular monitoring of the patient's heart rate and rhythm
- Anti-arrhythmic medications to help control the heart rate
- Pacemaker implantation to help regulate the heart rate and rhythm
- Surgery to repair the heart defect
- Cardiac catheterization to assess the severity of the heart defect
- Regular monitoring of the patient's blood pressure and oxygen levels
- Ongoing lifestyle modifications, such as reducing salt intake and exercising regularly
12 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Congenital heart block - Prevention
Congenital heart block can be prevented by avoiding risk factors such as maternal infections, exposure to certain drugs, and radiation during pregnancy. prenatal screening and monitoring of fetal heart rate should also be done to detect any abnormalities. additionally, pregnant women should receive regular medical care and be up to date on vaccinations to reduce the risk of congenital heart block.