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(Q20.2) Double outlet left ventricle
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382 485 in individuals diagnosis double outlet left ventricle confirmed
12 011 deaths with diagnosis double outlet left ventricle
3% mortality rate associated with the disease double outlet left ventricle
Diagnosis double outlet left ventricle is diagnosed Men are 27.35% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis double outlet left ventricle
7 130 (2.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis double outlet left ventricle
4 881 (3.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease double outlet left ventricle - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-69, 75-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 70-74, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 80-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-79
Disease Features double outlet left ventricle
Absence or low individual and public risk
Double outlet left ventricle - what does this mean
Double outlet left ventricle is a congenital heart defect in which both of the main arteries leaving the heart (the aorta and pulmonary artery) come out of the left ventricle instead of the right ventricle. this results in the oxygen-rich and oxygen-poor blood mixing in the heart, leading to a decreased oxygen supply to the body.
What happens during the disease - double outlet left ventricle
Double outlet left ventricle is a congenital heart defect where the aorta and the pulmonary artery both arise from the left ventricle, instead of the usual arrangement where the aorta arises from the left ventricle and the pulmonary artery arises from the right ventricle. this defect is usually caused by an abnormal development of the heart during embryogenesis, resulting in a malformation of the heart's septum and the abnormal arrangement of the great vessels.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Perform a physical examination
- Obtain a patient history
- Order an echocardiogram to evaluate the heart chambers and valves
- Order a chest X-ray to assess the size of the heart
- Order an electrocardiogram to evaluate the electrical activity of the heart
- Order a cardiac catheterization to evaluate the pressure in the heart chambers
- Order an MRI or CT scan to assess the anatomy of the heart
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treat Double Outlet Left Ventricle
- Perform a cardiac catheterization to gain an understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the heart.
- Perform an echocardiogram to assess the size and function of the heart.
- Administer medications to reduce the risk of arrhythmias.
- Perform a corrective surgery to repair the heart defect.
- Provide ongoing monitoring and follow-up care.
- Provide lifestyle advice to reduce the risk of complications.
19 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Double outlet left ventricle - Prevention
The best way to prevent double outlet left ventricle is to ensure that pregnant women receive regular prenatal care and that any birth defects are detected early. additionally, avoiding risk factors such as smoking, drug use, and excessive alcohol consumption can help reduce the chances of developing this condition.