(Q79.5) Other congenital malformations of abdominal wall

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203 021 in individuals diagnosis other congenital malformations of abdominal wall confirmed
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13 891 deaths with diagnosis other congenital malformations of abdominal wall
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7% mortality rate associated with the disease other congenital malformations of abdominal wall

Diagnosis other congenital malformations of abdominal wall is diagnosed Men are 2.86% more likely than Women

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Men receive the diagnosis other congenital malformations of abdominal wall

7 358 (7.0 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis other congenital malformations of abdominal wall

6 533 (6.6 %)

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Risk Group for the Disease other congenital malformations of abdominal wall - Men and Women aged 0

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 90-95+Less 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 other congenital malformations of abdominal wall

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Other congenital malformations of abdominal wall - what does this mean

Other congenital malformations of the abdominal wall occur when the muscles and connective tissue of the abdominal wall fail to form properly during fetal development, resulting in the abdominal wall being abnormally thin or weak. this can cause organs to protrude through the abdominal wall, leading to a variety of medical complications.

What happens during the disease - other congenital malformations of abdominal wall

Other congenital malformations of the abdominal wall are caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. these include defects in the development of the abdominal muscles, abnormal closure of the abdominal wall during the development, and improper development of the umbilical cord. these can lead to hernias, diastasis recti, and other deformities of the abdominal wall.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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25 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Other congenital malformations of abdominal wall - Prevention

The best way to prevent other congenital malformations of the abdominal wall is to ensure that pregnant women are receiving regular prenatal care and that any abnormalities or risks are identified and managed early. additionally, women should also receive appropriate nutrition during pregnancy, including adequate folic acid intake, to reduce the risk of such malformations.