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(Q68.5) Congenital bowing of long bones of leg, unspecified
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139 048 in individuals diagnosis congenital bowing of long bones of leg, unspecified confirmed
509 deaths with diagnosis congenital bowing of long bones of leg, unspecified
Diagnosis congenital bowing of long bones of leg, unspecified is diagnosed Men are 1.57% more likely than Women
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Women receive the diagnosis congenital bowing of long bones of leg, unspecified
509 (0.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease congenital bowing of long bones of leg, unspecified - Men aged 0-5 and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-39, 45-49, 60-64, 70-74
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 40-44, 50-59, 65-69, 75-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 75-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-74
Disease Features congenital bowing of long bones of leg, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Congenital bowing of long bones of leg, unspecified - what does this mean
Congenital bowing of long bones of the leg is a condition in which the bones of the legs are abnormally curved due to a malformation of the bone during fetal development. it is usually caused by a genetic mutation or a structural abnormality in the uterus. it can also be caused by a lack of calcium or other minerals, or by an infection in the mother during pregnancy.
What happens during the disease - congenital bowing of long bones of leg, unspecified
Congenital bowing of long bones of leg, unspecified is a condition in which the long bones of the leg are abnormally curved. this condition is caused by abnormal growth of the leg bones in the womb due to genetic factors, hormonal imbalances, or environmental influences. in some cases, the cause of the bowing is unknown. in other cases, it may be caused by an underlying medical condition such as rickets or a metabolic disorder.
Clinical Pattern
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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9 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Congenital bowing of long bones of leg, unspecified - Prevention
The best way to prevent congenital bowing of long bones of the leg is to ensure that pregnant women receive pre-natal care and are screened for any genetic conditions that may be passed on to the baby. additionally, pregnant women should follow a healthy lifestyle, including a balanced diet and regular exercise, to ensure the health of the unborn baby.