(Q25.8) Other congenital malformations of great arteries

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663 386 in individuals diagnosis other congenital malformations of great arteries confirmed
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11 630 deaths with diagnosis other congenital malformations of great arteries
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2% mortality rate associated with the disease other congenital malformations of great arteries

Diagnosis other congenital malformations of great arteries is diagnosed Men are 3.43% more likely than Women

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Men receive the diagnosis other congenital malformations of great arteries

6 191 (1.8 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis other congenital malformations of great arteries

5 439 (1.7 %)

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Risk Group for the Disease other congenital malformations of great arteries - 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 other congenital malformations of great arteries

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Other congenital malformations of great arteries - what does this mean

Other congenital malformations of great arteries is a congenital heart defect in which the great arteries of the heart are abnormally connected. this defect results in the aorta and pulmonary artery being connected to the wrong ventricles, resulting in deoxygenated blood being pumped to the body and oxygenated blood being pumped to the lungs.

What happens during the disease - other congenital malformations of great arteries

Other congenital malformations of great arteries is a condition in which the great arteries of the heart (the aorta and pulmonary artery) are abnormally connected, resulting in a decreased supply of oxygenated blood to the body. this occurs due to abnormal development of the great arteries during fetal development, which can be caused by genetic factors, environmental factors, or a combination of both. this can lead to a variety of complications, including decreased oxygen levels in the body, increased pressure in the pulmonary circulation, and heart failure.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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16 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Other congenital malformations of great arteries - Prevention

The best way to prevent other congenital malformations of great arteries is to ensure that pregnant women receive regular prenatal care, including screenings for any potential abnormalities. in addition, pregnant women should be encouraged to follow a healthy lifestyle, including avoiding smoking, alcohol, and drugs, as these can increase the risk of birth defects.