(R41.1) Anterograde amnesia

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718 344 in individuals diagnosis anterograde amnesia confirmed
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8 284 deaths with diagnosis anterograde amnesia
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1% mortality rate associated with the disease anterograde amnesia

Diagnosis anterograde amnesia is diagnosed Women are 2.04% more likely than Men

351 835

Men receive the diagnosis anterograde amnesia

4 549 (1.3 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis anterograde amnesia

3 735 (1.0 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease anterograde amnesia - Men aged 75-79 and Women aged 80-84

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
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in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+

Disease Features anterograde amnesia

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Anterograde amnesia - what does this mean

Anterograde amnesia is a condition in which a person is unable to form new memories or recall events that have occurred since the onset of the condition. it is typically caused by damage to the hippocampus or other parts of the brain, such as through a stroke, head trauma, or certain diseases.

What happens during the disease - anterograde amnesia

Anterograde amnesia is a disorder in which there is a disruption in the formation of new memories. it is typically caused by damage to the hippocampus, which is the part of the brain responsible for forming new memories. this damage can be caused by a head injury, stroke, or other neurological conditions such as alzheimer's disease. the resulting disruption in memory formation prevents new memories from being created, while leaving existing memories intact.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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

Anterograde amnesia - Prevention

The best way to prevent anterograde amnesia is to take steps to maintain a healthy lifestyle, such as getting enough sleep, exercising regularly, eating a balanced diet, and managing stress levels. additionally, avoiding alcohol and drug use and taking steps to reduce the risk of head injury may help to prevent anterograde amnesia.