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(Q32.0) Congenital tracheomalacia
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27 651 in individuals diagnosis congenital tracheomalacia confirmed
1 909 deaths with diagnosis congenital tracheomalacia
7% mortality rate associated with the disease congenital tracheomalacia
Diagnosis congenital tracheomalacia is diagnosed Men are 16.65% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis congenital tracheomalacia
860 (5.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis congenital tracheomalacia
1 049 (9.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease congenital tracheomalacia - Men aged 0-5 and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-19, 35-39, 45-74
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 20-34, 40-44, 75-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 10-14, 20-49, 55-59, 85-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-9, 15-19, 50-54, 60-84
Disease Features congenital tracheomalacia
Absence or low individual and public risk
Congenital tracheomalacia - what does this mean
Congenital tracheomalacia is a condition in which the trachea, or windpipe, is abnormally soft and floppy. this can cause the trachea to collapse, leading to difficulty breathing, coughing, and wheezing. it is typically caused by a defect in the development of the tracheal cartilage, often due to genetic factors.
What happens during the disease - congenital tracheomalacia
Congenital tracheomalacia is a condition in which the tracheal cartilage is abnormally soft and weak, resulting in a collapse of the trachea during respiration. this can lead to difficulty breathing, wheezing, and coughing, and is usually caused by a genetic mutation that affects the development of the tracheal cartilage. in some cases, the condition can be caused by acquired factors such as infections, trauma, or radiation.
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
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Congenital tracheomalacia - Prevention
The best way to prevent congenital tracheomalacia is to ensure that pregnant women receive regular prenatal care, including ultrasounds to detect any abnormalities in the baby's lungs. additionally, avoiding smoking and other environmental toxins during pregnancy can help reduce the risk of developing this condition.