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(R78.2) Finding of cocaine in blood
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10 748 in individuals diagnosis finding of cocaine in blood confirmed
2 940 deaths with diagnosis finding of cocaine in blood
27% mortality rate associated with the disease finding of cocaine in blood
Diagnosis finding of cocaine in blood is diagnosed Men are 1.32% more likely than Women
5 445
Men receive the diagnosis finding of cocaine in blood
2 940 (54.0 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis finding of cocaine in blood
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease finding of cocaine in blood - Men aged 50-54 and Women aged 60-64
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 5-9, 15-74, 80-84
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 10-14, 75-79, 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 20-24, 30-39, 45-49, 80-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 5-19, 25-29, 40-44, 50-79
Disease Features finding of cocaine in blood
Absence or low individual and public risk
Finding of cocaine in blood - what does this mean
Cocaine is a highly addictive stimulant drug that can be found in the bloodstream when it has been ingested, inhaled, or injected. the drug enters the bloodstream quickly and is rapidly distributed throughout the body, leading to a quick and intense high. cocaine is metabolized quickly by the body, leaving traces in the blood that can be detected for up to 48 hours after use.
What happens during the disease - finding of cocaine in blood
The pathogenesis of finding cocaine in the blood begins with the inhalation or ingestion of the drug, which is then absorbed into the circulatory system. the drug then binds to the blood cells and is transported to various organs of the body. as the drug is metabolized, it is broken down and released into the blood stream, leading to the finding of cocaine in the blood.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Order a complete physical examination
- Perform a urine drug screen
- Conduct a drug history interview
- Order a blood test to measure cocaine levels
- Conduct a psychological evaluation
- Perform a liver function test
- Order a CT scan of the brain
- Order an MRI of the brain
- Perform an electrocardiogram (ECG)
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treatment of cocaine use disorder
- Cognitive-behavioral therapy
- Motivational interviewing
- Contingency management
- Family therapy
- 12-step programs
- Group therapy
- Medication-assisted treatment
- Individual counseling
8 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Finding of cocaine in blood - Prevention
The best way to prevent finding cocaine in blood is to avoid using it altogether. if someone is already using cocaine, they should seek help from a medical professional to help them quit. additionally, avoiding contact with people who are using cocaine can help reduce the risk of exposure.