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(T50.9) Poisoning: other and unspecified drugs, medicaments and biological substances
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309 535 in individuals diagnosis poisoning: other and unspecified drugs, medicaments and biological substances confirmed
Diagnosis poisoning: other and unspecified drugs, medicaments and biological substances is diagnosed Women are 15.17% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis poisoning: other and unspecified drugs, medicaments and biological substances
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis poisoning: other and unspecified drugs, medicaments and biological substances
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease poisoning: other and unspecified drugs, medicaments and biological substances - Men aged 0-5 and Women aged 15-19
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+in in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features poisoning: other and unspecified drugs, medicaments and biological substances
Absence or low individual and public risk
Poisoning: other and unspecified drugs, medicaments and biological substances - what does this mean
Poisoning by other and unspecified drugs, medicaments and biological substances occurs when a person is exposed to a toxic substance, either intentionally or unintentionally, resulting in adverse health effects due to the drug or substance. this type of poisoning can occur through ingestion, inhalation, injection, or absorption through the skin. symptoms of poisoning can vary depending on the type of drug or substance ingested, but may include nausea, vomiting, confusion, and respiratory depression.
What happens during the disease - poisoning: other and unspecified drugs, medicaments and biological substances
Poisoning by other and unspecified drugs, medicaments and biological substances is caused by the ingestion of a toxic substance in an amount that exceeds the body's ability to detoxify the substance. this can occur through intentional or accidental ingestion, inhalation, injection, or absorption through the skin. symptoms of poisoning can vary depending on the type of substance ingested, but may include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, confusion, and seizures.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Lab tests such as blood and urine tests
- Imaging tests such as X-rays and CT scans
- Endoscopy
- Toxicology screens
- Electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Liver function tests
- Kidney function tests
- Pulmonary function tests
- Treatment of symptoms
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treating Poisoning due to Other and Unspecified Drugs, Medicaments and Biological Substances
- Administering antidotes or other medications to counteract the effects of the poison
- Activated charcoal to absorb the poison
- Intravenous (IV) fluids to flush the poison out of the body
- Oxygen therapy to help the patient breathe
- Dialysis to remove the poison from the blood
- Intubation to help the patient breathe
- Blood transfusions to replace lost blood
- Surgery to remove damaged tissue
- Psychological support to help the patient cope with the trauma
6 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Poisoning: other and unspecified drugs, medicaments and biological substances - Prevention
The best way to prevent poisoning from other and unspecified drugs, medicaments and biological substances is to ensure that they are stored safely and securely in their original containers, and that they are only taken as prescribed by a medical professional. it is also important to be aware of any potential interactions between medications and to always read and follow the label instructions.