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(Q05.2) Lumbar spina bifida with hydrocephalus
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159 709 in individuals diagnosis lumbar spina bifida with hydrocephalus confirmed
4 363 deaths with diagnosis lumbar spina bifida with hydrocephalus
3% mortality rate associated with the disease lumbar spina bifida with hydrocephalus
Diagnosis lumbar spina bifida with hydrocephalus is diagnosed Women are 4.30% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis lumbar spina bifida with hydrocephalus
2 025 (2.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis lumbar spina bifida with hydrocephalus
2 338 (2.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease lumbar spina bifida with hydrocephalus - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-49, 55-59, 65-69
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 50-54, 60-64, 70-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 45-49, 55-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-44, 50-54
Disease Features lumbar spina bifida with hydrocephalus
Absence or low individual and public risk
Lumbar spina bifida with hydrocephalus - what does this mean
Lumbar spina bifida with hydrocephalus is a birth defect that occurs when the neural tube, which forms the baby's spinal cord and brain, fails to close properly during early pregnancy. this results in a malformation of the spine and an abnormal accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid in the brain, causing hydrocephalus.
What happens during the disease - lumbar spina bifida with hydrocephalus
Lumbar spina bifida with hydrocephalus is a congenital disorder caused by the incomplete formation of the neural tube in the lumbar spine region. this results in the incomplete closure of the vertebral arch, leading to the herniation of the spinal cord and meninges, which can cause neurological deficits and impairments. the resulting hydrocephalus is caused by increased pressure on the brain due to the accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid, which can lead to further neurological damage.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- X-ray imaging
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
- Ultrasound
- Computed tomography (CT) scan
- Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) analysis
- Genetic testing
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal of the Treatment: To reduce the symptoms of lumbar spina bifida with hydrocephalus.
- Physical therapy
- Occupational therapy
- Medication for pain relief
- Surgery to close the opening in the spine
- Surgery to repair any nerve damage
- Surgery to implant a shunt to reduce hydrocephalus
- Rehabilitation services
- Counseling and support groups
23 Days of Hospitalization Required
27 Hours Required for Outpatient Treatment
Lumbar spina bifida with hydrocephalus - Prevention
Prevention of lumbar spina bifida with hydrocephalus involves taking steps to ensure that the mother consumes adequate amounts of folic acid before and during pregnancy, as well as avoiding alcohol and other substances that can increase the risk of this condition. additionally, regular prenatal care and screening can help to diagnose and treat any potential issues before birth.