(Q25.9) Congenital malformation of great arteries, unspecified

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

Diagnosis congenital malformation of great arteries, unspecified is diagnosed Men are 3.43% more likely than Women

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Men receive the diagnosis congenital malformation of great arteries, unspecified

6 191 (1.8 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis congenital malformation of great arteries, unspecified

5 439 (1.7 %)

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Risk Group for the Disease congenital malformation of great arteries, unspecified - 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 congenital malformation of great arteries, unspecified

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Congenital malformation of great arteries, unspecified - what does this mean

Congenital malformation of great arteries, unspecified is a birth defect in which the two major arteries of the heart, the aorta and the pulmonary artery, are abnormally connected. this can cause the heart to pump blood in the wrong direction, leading to a lack of oxygen-rich blood being pumped to the body.

What happens during the disease - congenital malformation of great arteries, unspecified

Congenital malformation of the great arteries is a birth defect in which the two major arteries leaving the heart, the aorta and the pulmonary artery, are abnormally connected. this can cause oxygen-poor blood to circulate back to the heart instead of being pumped to the body, leading to a lack of oxygen in the body's organs and tissues. this condition is usually caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors during fetal development.

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

Congenital malformation of great arteries, unspecified - Prevention

The best way to prevent congenital malformation of great arteries, unspecified is to ensure that pregnant women receive proper prenatal care and nutrition. this includes regular check-ups with a healthcare provider and taking prenatal vitamins. additionally, pregnant women should avoid exposure to toxins, such as cigarette smoke, alcohol, and certain medications.