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(T42.0) Poisoning: hydantoin derivatives
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1 786 508 in individuals diagnosis poisoning: hydantoin derivatives confirmed
Diagnosis poisoning: hydantoin derivatives is diagnosed Women are 23.51% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis poisoning: hydantoin derivatives
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis poisoning: hydantoin derivatives
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease poisoning: hydantoin derivatives - Men aged 35-39 and Women aged 15-19
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features poisoning: hydantoin derivatives
Absence or low individual and public risk
Poisoning: hydantoin derivatives - what does this mean
Poisoning due to hydantoin derivatives occurs when a person ingests a toxic amount of medication containing these derivatives, which can lead to serious side effects such as seizures, respiratory depression, and even death.
What happens during the disease - poisoning: hydantoin derivatives
The pathogenesis of poisoning with hydantoin derivatives is caused by an accumulation of the drugs in the body due to inadequate metabolism or excretion. this leads to an increased concentration of the drug in the blood, causing a variety of adverse effects, including nausea, vomiting, confusion, and seizures. in severe cases, coma and death can occur.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Obtain a detailed medical history and review.
- Perform a physical examination.
- Order a complete blood count.
- Order liver function tests.
- Order urine tests.
- Order an electrocardiogram.
- Perform a chest x-ray.
- Perform a CT scan of the abdomen.
- Order a test for hydantoin derivatives.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the symptoms of poisoning from hydantoin derivatives.
- Administer activated charcoal to reduce absorption of the poison
- Administer fluids to prevent dehydration
- Monitor heart rate and other vital signs
- Administer medications to reduce symptoms and counteract the poison
- Administer antidotes to counteract the poison
- Provide oxygen therapy to reduce the risk of complications
- Provide supportive care to reduce symptoms and prevent further complications
- Monitor for signs of infection and other complications
- Provide psychological support to reduce anxiety and stress
6 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Poisoning: hydantoin derivatives - Prevention
The best way to prevent poisoning from hydantoin derivatives is to avoid exposure to them in the first place. this can be done by wearing protective clothing and using proper ventilation when handling these substances, as well as storing them in a secure location away from children and pets. additionally, it is important to read and understand safety instructions and labels on all products containing hydantoin derivatives.