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(Q20.9) Congenital malformation of cardiac chambers and connections, unspecified
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382 485 in individuals diagnosis congenital malformation of cardiac chambers and connections, unspecified confirmed
12 011 deaths with diagnosis congenital malformation of cardiac chambers and connections, unspecified
3% mortality rate associated with the disease congenital malformation of cardiac chambers and connections, unspecified
Diagnosis congenital malformation of cardiac chambers and connections, unspecified is diagnosed Men are 27.35% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis congenital malformation of cardiac chambers and connections, unspecified
7 130 (2.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis congenital malformation of cardiac chambers and connections, unspecified
4 881 (3.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease congenital malformation of cardiac chambers and connections, unspecified - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-69, 75-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 70-74, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 80-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-79
Disease Features congenital malformation of cardiac chambers and connections, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Congenital malformation of cardiac chambers and connections, unspecified - what does this mean
Congenital malformation of cardiac chambers and connections, unspecified is a type of congenital heart defect that occurs when the chambers and connections of the heart develop abnormally before birth. this can result in an abnormal flow of blood through the heart, which can cause significant health problems.
What happens during the disease - congenital malformation of cardiac chambers and connections, unspecified
Congenital malformation of cardiac chambers and connections, unspecified is a condition in which the heart chambers and connections between them are not formed correctly during fetal development. this can lead to a variety of cardiac problems, including abnormal blood flow, heart murmurs, and arrhythmias. it can also cause structural problems with the heart, such as holes in the walls between the chambers or valves that are too narrow or too wide. in some cases, the malformation can be mild and may not cause any symptoms. in other cases, it can be severe and can lead to serious and life-threatening complications.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Echocardiogram
- Chest X-ray
- Electrocardiogram
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
- Cardiac Computed Tomography (CT) Scan
- Blood Tests
- Cardiac Ultrasound
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To treat the Congenital malformation of cardiac chambers and connections, unspecified.
- Administer medications to reduce symptoms.
- Perform surgery to correct the malformation.
- Monitor the patient's condition with imaging tests.
- Provide lifestyle and dietary advice.
- Provide psychosocial support to the patient and their family.
- Refer the patient to a cardiologist for follow-up care.
19 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Congenital malformation of cardiac chambers and connections, unspecified - Prevention
The best way to prevent congenital malformation of cardiac chambers and connections, unspecified is to ensure pre-natal care is obtained and followed throughout the duration of the pregnancy. this includes regular check-ups with an obstetrician, taking folic acid, and avoiding any known risk factors such as smoking, alcohol, and drug use.