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(J62.8) Pneumoconiosis due to other dust containing silica
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56 587 in individuals diagnosis pneumoconiosis due to other dust containing silica confirmed
14 271 deaths with diagnosis pneumoconiosis due to other dust containing silica
25% mortality rate associated with the disease pneumoconiosis due to other dust containing silica
Diagnosis pneumoconiosis due to other dust containing silica is diagnosed Men are 81.94% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis pneumoconiosis due to other dust containing silica
12 998 (25.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis pneumoconiosis due to other dust containing silica
1 273 (24.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease pneumoconiosis due to other dust containing silica - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 70-74
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 30-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-29, 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-24, 35-49, 55-59, 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 25-34, 50-54, 60-89
Disease Features pneumoconiosis due to other dust containing silica
Absence or low individual and public risk
Pneumoconiosis due to other dust containing silica - what does this mean
Pneumoconiosis due to other dust containing silica is caused by the inhalation of dust particles containing silica, which can accumulate in the lungs and cause inflammation and scarring. this can lead to a range of respiratory symptoms including shortness of breath, coughing, chest pain, and difficulty breathing.
What happens during the disease - pneumoconiosis due to other dust containing silica
Pneumoconiosis due to other dust containing silica is an occupational lung disease caused by inhalation of dust particles containing silica. the dust particles are inhaled deep into the lungs and cause inflammation and fibrosis of the lung tissue. over time, this leads to scarring of the lungs and decreased lung function. symptoms may include coughing, chest pain, shortness of breath, and fatigue.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Chest X-ray
- Pulmonary Function Tests
- Spirometry
- Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- CT Scan of the Chest
- Arterial Blood Gas Analysis
- High-Resolution Computed Tomography (HRCT)
- Lung Biopsy
- Occupational Exposure History
- Environmental Monitoring
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: Reduce the symptoms of Pneumoconiosis due to other dust containing silica.
- Avoiding exposure to silica dust
- Using protective equipment when working in an environment with silica dust
- Using respiratory protection when necessary
- Ensuring adequate ventilation in the workplace
- Quitting smoking to reduce the risk of lung damage
- Taking medications to reduce inflammation and mucus production
- Using oxygen therapy to improve breathing
- Undergoing surgery to remove damaged tissue
- Undergoing physical therapy to improve lung function
- Participating in a pulmonary rehabilitation program
22 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Pneumoconiosis due to other dust containing silica - Prevention
The best way to prevent pneumoconiosis due to other dust containing silica is to reduce or eliminate exposure to silica dust in the workplace. this can be done through the use of proper ventilation, protective equipment, and the use of engineering controls such as dust collection systems. additionally, employers should provide training and education to workers on the health risks associated with exposure to silica dust and how to prevent it.