(Q79.2) Exomphalos

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203 021 in individuals diagnosis exomphalos confirmed
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13 891 deaths with diagnosis exomphalos
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7% mortality rate associated with the disease exomphalos

Diagnosis exomphalos is diagnosed Men are 2.86% more likely than Women

104 416

Men receive the diagnosis exomphalos

7 358 (7.0 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis exomphalos

6 533 (6.6 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease exomphalos - Men and Women aged 0

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94

Disease Features exomphalos

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Exomphalos - what does this mean

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What happens during the disease - exomphalos

Exomphalos is a congenital disorder caused by a defect in the abdominal wall that results in the herniation of abdominal organs into the umbilical cord. it is believed to be caused by incomplete closure of the umbilical ring, allowing the abdominal contents to protrude through the umbilical cord and out of the abdominal cavity. this can lead to complications such as infection, strangulation of the herniated organs, and intestinal obstruction.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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25 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Exomphalos - Prevention

Exomphalos is a birth defect in which the baby's abdominal organs are outside of the abdomen. prevention of exomphalos can be achieved by avoiding certain risk factors such as maternal smoking, alcohol consumption, and drug use. additionally, pregnant women should receive regular prenatal care, including appropriate screening tests, to monitor the health of the baby.