(Q25.5) Atresia of pulmonary artery

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663 386 in individuals diagnosis atresia of pulmonary artery confirmed
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11 630 deaths with diagnosis atresia of pulmonary artery
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2% mortality rate associated with the disease atresia of pulmonary artery

Diagnosis atresia of pulmonary artery is diagnosed Men are 3.43% more likely than Women

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Men receive the diagnosis atresia of pulmonary artery

6 191 (1.8 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis atresia of pulmonary artery

5 439 (1.7 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease atresia of pulmonary artery - Men and Women aged 0

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
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in in men, the disease manifests at any ageLess common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94

Disease Features atresia of pulmonary artery

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Non-contagious
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High individual and public risk
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Atresia of pulmonary artery - what does this mean

Atresia of the pulmonary artery is a rare congenital heart defect in which the pulmonary artery fails to develop properly, resulting in a blockage of blood flow from the right ventricle to the lungs. it is caused by abnormal development of the pulmonary artery during fetal development.

What happens during the disease - atresia of pulmonary artery

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Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Physical examination
  • Chest X-Ray
  • Echocardiography
  • CT Scan
  • MRI Scan
  • Cardiac Catheterization
  • Electrocardiogram (ECG)
  • Pulmonary Angiography

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main Goal: To treat the Atresia of Pulmonary Artery
  • Medication to control the symptoms
  • Surgery to reconstruct the pulmonary artery
  • Monitoring of patient's blood pressure
  • Regular check-ups of the heart
  • Regular monitoring of the oxygen levels
  • Regular monitoring of the patient's activity level
  • Regular monitoring of the patient's diet
  • Regular exercise to maintain the patient's fitness level
  • Regular assessment of the patient's breathing
  • Regular assessment of the patient's lung function
  • Regular assessment of the patient's overall health
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16 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Atresia of pulmonary artery - Prevention

The best way to prevent atresia of the pulmonary artery is to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise, a balanced diet, and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. additionally, pregnant women should receive regular prenatal care and follow the advice of their healthcare provider.