DocSym
β
Searchsearch
Search
(J95.2) Acute pulmonary insufficiency following nonthoracic surgery
More details coming soon
435 372 in individuals diagnosis acute pulmonary insufficiency following nonthoracic surgery confirmed
Diagnosis acute pulmonary insufficiency following nonthoracic surgery is diagnosed Men are 27.17% more likely than Women
276 833
Men receive the diagnosis acute pulmonary insufficiency following nonthoracic surgery
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
100
95
90
85
80
75
70
65
60
55
50
45
40
35
30
25
20
15
10
5
0
158 539
Women receive the diagnosis acute pulmonary insufficiency following nonthoracic surgery
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease acute pulmonary insufficiency following nonthoracic surgery - Men and Women aged 60-64
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features acute pulmonary insufficiency following nonthoracic surgery
Absence or low individual and public risk
Acute pulmonary insufficiency following nonthoracic surgery - what does this mean
Acute pulmonary insufficiency following nonthoracic surgery occurs when the patient experiences difficulty in breathing due to reduced oxygen levels in the blood. this is caused by a decrease in pulmonary function after undergoing surgery, which can be due to a number of factors such as the use of certain medications, pre-existing respiratory conditions, and the use of certain anesthetics.
What happens during the disease - acute pulmonary insufficiency following nonthoracic surgery
Acute pulmonary insufficiency following nonthoracic surgery is a condition that occurs when the patient's lungs are unable to adequately oxygenate the blood due to a decrease in pulmonary function. this can be caused by a variety of factors, including infection, trauma, and prolonged immobility due to the surgery. the decreased pulmonary function leads to hypoxemia, which can cause a variety of symptoms, including shortness of breath, fatigue, and confusion. treatment typically involves oxygen supplementation and supportive care.
Clinical Pattern
More details coming soon
How does a doctor diagnose
- Obtain a complete history of the patient, including any pre-existing medical conditions.
- Perform a physical examination to assess the patient's breathing pattern, oxygen saturation, and other vital signs.
- Order a chest X-ray to assess for any signs of pulmonary insufficiency.
- Order a CT scan of the chest to evaluate for any signs of pulmonary insufficiency.
- Perform a pulmonary function test to assess for any signs of pulmonary insufficiency.
- Order a bronchoscopy to evaluate for any signs of pulmonary insufficiency.
- Order a blood gas analysis to assess for any signs of pulmonary insufficiency.
- Order a spirometry test to assess for any signs of pulmonary insufficiency.
- Order an echocardiogram to evaluate for any signs of pulmonary insufficiency.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To improve oxygenation and reduce the risk of complications.
- Administer supplemental oxygen.
- Prescribe bronchodilator medications.
- Perform chest physiotherapy.
- Encourage deep breathing exercises.
- Monitor vital signs and oxygen saturation levels.
- Provide nutrition and hydration.
- Administer antibiotics if necessary.
- Perform supplemental oxygen therapy.
- Administer nebulized medications.
- Perform suctioning of the airways.
- Perform chest x-ray to monitor the patient's condition.
- Perform arterial blood gas analysis.
- Monitor for signs of infection.
26 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Acute pulmonary insufficiency following nonthoracic surgery - Prevention
The best way to prevent acute pulmonary insufficiency following nonthoracic surgery is to ensure that the patient is in optimal health prior to the procedure, that pre-operative testing is thorough, and that post-operative care is closely monitored. additionally, it is important to ensure that the patient is breathing properly during and after the surgery, and that they are receiving adequate oxygen.