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(B57.5) Chagas disease (chronic) with other organ involvement
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1 345 deaths with diagnosis chagas disease (chronic) with other organ involvement
Infinity% mortality rate associated with the disease chagas disease (chronic) with other organ involvement
Diagnosis chagas disease (chronic) with other organ involvement is diagnosed Prevalent in Women Only
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0 (No mortality)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis chagas disease (chronic) with other organ involvement
1 345 (Infinity %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease chagas disease (chronic) with other organ involvement - Men and Women aged 0
No Cases of the Disease Chagas disease (chronic) with other organ involvement identified in Men
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-95+
No Cases of the Disease Chagas disease (chronic) with other organ involvement identified in Men
Disease Features chagas disease (chronic) with other organ involvement
Absence or low individual and public risk
Chagas disease (chronic) with other organ involvement - what does this mean
Chagas disease (chronic) is caused by the parasite trypanosoma cruzi, which is typically transmitted by the bite of an infected triatomine bug. over time, the infection can spread to other organs and cause damage to the heart, esophagus, and intestine, leading to serious complications such as heart failure, arrhythmias, and megaesophagus.
What happens during the disease - chagas disease (chronic) with other organ involvement
Chagas disease is caused by the parasite trypanosoma cruzi, which is spread by the bite of an infected triatomine bug. the parasite enters the bloodstream and can cause an acute infection that can last up to several weeks. during this period, the parasite can spread to other organs, such as the heart, esophagus, and colon. over time, the infected organs can become inflamed and scarred, leading to chronic organ damage and complications, such as heart failure and megaesophagus.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Blood tests to detect antibodies against the parasite that causes Chagas disease
- PCR tests to detect the parasite itself
- X-ray imaging to assess organ involvement
- Ultrasound imaging to assess organ involvement
- CT scans to assess organ involvement
- MRI scans to assess organ involvement
- Endoscopy to assess organ involvement
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the symptoms and prevent the disease from progressing.
- Regular check-ups with a doctor
- Prescription medications to reduce inflammation
- Antiparasitic medications to kill the parasite
- Surgery to remove damaged organs
- Immunosuppressant medications to reduce the risk of organ rejection
- Antibiotics to treat secondary infections
- Dietary modifications to reduce inflammation
- Physical therapy to reduce pain and improve mobility
- Counseling to manage stress and anxiety
No Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Chagas disease (chronic) with other organ involvement - Prevention
The best way to prevent chagas disease is to avoid contact with the insects that carry the disease and to use insect repellents when outdoors. it is also important to avoid contact with infected animals, as well as to ensure that food and drinks are not contaminated with infected insects. additionally, proper sanitation and proper storage of food and water is essential to prevent the spread of the disease.