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(W80) Inhalation and ingestion of other objects causing obstruction of respiratory tract
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151 915 in individuals diagnosis inhalation and ingestion of other objects causing obstruction of respiratory tract confirmed
110 671 deaths with diagnosis inhalation and ingestion of other objects causing obstruction of respiratory tract
73% mortality rate associated with the disease inhalation and ingestion of other objects causing obstruction of respiratory tract
Diagnosis inhalation and ingestion of other objects causing obstruction of respiratory tract is diagnosed Men are 9.68% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis inhalation and ingestion of other objects causing obstruction of respiratory tract
48 053 (57.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis inhalation and ingestion of other objects causing obstruction of respiratory tract
62 618 (91.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease inhalation and ingestion of other objects causing obstruction of respiratory tract - Men and Women aged 0-5
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-29, 35-49, 55-84
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 30-34, 50-54, 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 25-29, 35-44, 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-24, 30-34, 45-89
Disease Features inhalation and ingestion of other objects causing obstruction of respiratory tract
Absence or low individual and public risk
Inhalation and ingestion of other objects causing obstruction of respiratory tract - what does this mean
Inhalation and ingestion of other objects causing obstruction of the respiratory tract can occur when a person accidentally inhales or swallows a foreign object that gets stuck in the airway or esophagus. this can cause a blockage of the airway, leading to difficulty breathing, coughing, and choking. in severe cases, it can lead to asphyxiation and death.
What happens during the disease - inhalation and ingestion of other objects causing obstruction of respiratory tract
Inhalation and ingestion of other objects causing obstruction of the respiratory tract is caused by a foreign object entering the airway and blocking the flow of air. this can be caused by accidental inhalation of a foreign object, such as a peanut, or by intentional ingestion of a foreign object, such as a coin. symptoms of this condition include difficulty breathing, coughing, and wheezing. if left untreated, the obstruction can cause serious respiratory distress and even death. treatment typically involves removal of the foreign object using endoscopic techniques or surgery. in some cases, medications may be prescribed to reduce inflammation and swelling in the airway.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Chest X-ray
- CT scan
- Bronchoscopy
- Sputum culture
- Pulmonary function tests
- Blood tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the Treatment: Clear obstruction of respiratory tract
- Administering oxygen therapy
- Prescription of bronchodilator medications
- Prescription of corticosteroids
- Using a nebulizer to deliver medication directly to the lungs
- Performing bronchoscopy to remove the obstruction
- Performing endoscopic removal of the obstruction
- Performing chest x-ray to assess the extent of the obstruction
- Performing CT scan to identify the exact location of the obstruction
- Performing bronchial lavage to remove the obstruction
- Performing bronchial suctioning to remove the obstruction
7 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Inhalation and ingestion of other objects causing obstruction of respiratory tract - Prevention
The best way to prevent inhalation and ingestion of objects that could potentially cause an obstruction of the respiratory tract is to ensure that all objects that can be swallowed or inhaled are out of reach of children, and to supervise children during playtime. additionally, it is recommended to keep the environment clean to reduce the risk of dust and other particles that could be inhaled.