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(I01.8) Other acute rheumatic heart disease
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12 082 in individuals diagnosis other acute rheumatic heart disease confirmed
3 757 deaths with diagnosis other acute rheumatic heart disease
31% mortality rate associated with the disease other acute rheumatic heart disease
Diagnosis other acute rheumatic heart disease is diagnosed Men are 20.05% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis other acute rheumatic heart disease
2 776 (38.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis other acute rheumatic heart disease
981 (20.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other acute rheumatic heart disease - Men aged 85-89 and Women aged 70-74
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 5-39, 45-79, 85-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 40-44, 80-84, 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 10-14, 20-29, 80-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 5-9, 15-19, 30-79
Disease Features other acute rheumatic heart disease
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other acute rheumatic heart disease - what does this mean
Other acute rheumatic heart disease is an inflammatory condition of the heart caused by a bacterial infection of the throat, such as strep throat. it is thought to be caused when the body's immune system mistakenly attacks the heart tissue in response to the infection. it can lead to severe damage to the heart valves, resulting in heart failure, arrhythmias, and other complications.
What happens during the disease - other acute rheumatic heart disease
Other acute rheumatic heart disease is a condition in which the heart is affected by a bacterial infection, usually caused by streptococcus bacteria. this infection causes the body to produce antibodies that attack the heart muscle, leading to inflammation and scarring of the heart valves. the inflammation and scarring can interfere with the normal flow of blood through the heart, leading to symptoms such as shortness of breath, chest pain, and fatigue. in some cases, the damage to the heart can be so severe that it can lead to heart failure.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Perform a physical examination to check for signs of inflammation and swelling in the joints.
- Order an echocardiogram to check for any signs of heart valve damage.
- Order a chest X-ray to look for any evidence of heart enlargement or fluid accumulation.
- Order a blood test to check for antibodies associated with rheumatic heart disease.
- Order an electrocardiogram to check for any changes in the electrical activity of the heart.
- Order an MRI or CT scan to look for any signs of heart valve damage.
- Conduct a stress test to check for any changes in the heart rate or rhythm.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce symptoms and prevent further damage to the heart.
- Administer antibiotics to prevent and treat infections
- Prescribe anti-inflammatory medications to reduce inflammation and swelling
- Prescribe anticoagulants to prevent blood clots
- Prescribe diuretics to reduce fluid buildup in the lungs
- Prescribe beta-blockers to reduce heart rate and blood pressure
- Prescribe ACE inhibitors to reduce blood pressure
- Prescribe digitalis to strengthen heart contractions
- Prescribe calcium channel blockers to reduce blood pressure
- Prescribe oxygen therapy to improve oxygen levels in the blood
- Perform regular physical examinations to monitor the patient's condition
- Refer the patient to a cardiologist for further evaluation and treatment
21 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Other acute rheumatic heart disease - Prevention
Prevention of other acute rheumatic heart disease is best achieved through early diagnosis and treatment of streptococcal infections, such as strep throat and scarlet fever. vaccines are also available to help prevent the spread of streptococcal infections. additionally, good hygiene and regular hand-washing can help reduce the spread of germs.