(Y52.4) Angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors

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72 652 in individuals diagnosis angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors confirmed
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1 277 deaths with diagnosis angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors
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2% mortality rate associated with the disease angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors

Diagnosis angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors is diagnosed Women are 16.51% more likely than Men

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Men receive the diagnosis angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors

634 (2.1 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors

643 (1.5 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 75-79

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 10-14, 30-34, 50-64, 70-89
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 5-9, 15-29, 35-49, 65-69, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-19, 25-29, 55-59, 95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 20-24, 30-54, 60-94

Disease Features angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors - what does this mean

Angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors (ace inhibitors) are medications used to treat high blood pressure and other cardiovascular conditions. they work by blocking the action of an enzyme called angiotensin-converting-enzyme, which helps regulate blood pressure by narrowing the blood vessels. by blocking this enzyme, ace inhibitors relax the blood vessels, allowing blood to flow more freely and reducing blood pressure.

What happens during the disease - angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors

Angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors work by blocking the enzyme responsible for converting angiotensin i to angiotensin ii. by blocking this enzyme, the levels of angiotensin ii in the body are lowered, which helps to relax the blood vessels and reduce blood pressure. this reduces the workload of the heart and helps to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Clinical assessment
  • Blood tests
  • Urine tests
  • X-ray imaging
  • CT scans
  • MRI scans
  • Echocardiogram
  • Ultrasound
  • Angiogram
  • Electrocardiogram

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main Goal: To reduce the production of angiotensin-converting-enzyme (ACE)
  • Prescribe ACE inhibitors such as lisinopril, enalapril, and captopril.
  • Monitor blood pressure regularly.
  • Educate patients on lifestyle changes such as reducing sodium intake, increasing physical activity, and quitting smoking.
  • Prescribe diuretics to reduce fluid retention.
  • Prescribe angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs) such as losartan, valsartan, and candesartan.
  • Prescribe calcium channel blockers such as amlodipine, diltiazem, and verapamil.
  • Monitor kidney function.
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11 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors - Prevention

The best way to prevent angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors is to maintain a healthy lifestyle with regular exercise, a balanced diet, and regular blood pressure monitoring. additionally, it is important to take any medications prescribed by your doctor as directed and to avoid smoking and excessive alcohol consumption.