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(Q42.1) Congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of rectum without fistula
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132 235 in individuals diagnosis congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of rectum without fistula confirmed
1 964 deaths with diagnosis congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of rectum without fistula
2% mortality rate associated with the disease congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of rectum without fistula
Diagnosis congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of rectum without fistula is diagnosed Men are 18.58% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of rectum without fistula
892 (1.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of rectum without fistula
1 072 (2.0 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of rectum without fistula - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-24, 30-34, 45-49, 65-69
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 25-29, 35-44, 50-64, 70-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 20-29, 35-69, 75-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-19, 30-34, 70-74
Disease Features congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of rectum without fistula
Absence or low individual and public risk
Congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of rectum without fistula - what does this mean
Congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of rectum without fistula is a rare disease that occurs when the rectum is absent or blocked, and there is no connection between the rectum and other organs. this can be caused by genetic factors, or may be due to an abnormal development of the rectum during pregnancy. symptoms of this condition include constipation, abdominal distention, and difficulty with bowel movements. treatment usually involves surgery to create a connection between the rectum and other organs.
What happens during the disease - congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of rectum without fistula
Congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of rectum without fistula is a rare birth defect that occurs when the rectum fails to develop properly in the womb. this can be caused by genetic mutations or abnormal development of the rectum, which can lead to a lack of blood supply to the rectal tissue and cause it to become atretic or stenotic. in some cases, the rectum may be completely absent or a fistula may be present. treatment typically involves reconstructive surgery to create a new rectal opening and to correct any remaining malformations.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical Examination
- Abdominal Ultrasound
- Barium Enema
- Colonoscopy
- CT Scan
- Upper GI Series
- Anorectal Manometry
- MRI Scan
- Endoanal Ultrasound
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To restore the rectal continence.
- Assessment of the patient’s condition and medical history.
- Assessment of the patient’s anatomy and function.
- Surgical repair of the rectal atresia and stenosis.
- Colostomy to allow for healing of the repaired rectum.
- Monitoring of the patient’s progress.
- Reversal of the colostomy.
- Follow-up care and monitoring.
15 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of rectum without fistula - Prevention
The best way to prevent congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of rectum without fistula is to focus on prenatal care, including regular check-ups and ultrasounds. additionally, mothers should be informed about the risk factors associated with the condition, such as certain medications and infections, and should take the necessary steps to avoid or reduce those risks.