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(S65.1) Injury of radial artery at wrist and hand level
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91 652 in individuals diagnosis injury of radial artery at wrist and hand level confirmed
Diagnosis injury of radial artery at wrist and hand level is diagnosed Men are 62.97% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis injury of radial artery at wrist and hand level
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Women receive the diagnosis injury of radial artery at wrist and hand level
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease injury of radial artery at wrist and hand level - Men aged 20-24 and Women aged 35-39
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 75-79
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-74, 80-95+
Disease Features injury of radial artery at wrist and hand level
Absence or low individual and public risk
Injury of radial artery at wrist and hand level - what does this mean
Injury of the radial artery at the wrist and hand level occurs due to trauma or a direct blow to the area, which can cause the artery to tear or rupture. this can be a result of a fall, blunt force trauma, or a sharp object such as a knife. the resulting symptoms include pain, swelling, and discoloration of the skin due to the accumulation of blood. in severe cases, it can lead to loss of sensation in the affected area and even necrosis of the tissue.
What happens during the disease - injury of radial artery at wrist and hand level
The injury of radial artery at wrist and hand level is caused by trauma to the area, which can be caused by direct impact, lacerations, or fractures. this trauma damages the artery, leading to decreased blood flow to the hand, resulting in decreased sensation, decreased mobility, and in extreme cases, tissue death due to lack of oxygen. in addition, the patient may experience pain, swelling, and bruising in the affected area.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the wrist and hand area
- Doppler Ultrasound
- X-ray imaging
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
- Computed Tomography (CT) scan
- Angiography
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To treat the Injury of radial artery at wrist and hand level.
- Administering medications such as antibiotics to prevent infection.
- Applying cold compresses to reduce swelling.
- Applying a splint to help immobilize the wrist and hand.
- Elevating the hand and wrist to reduce swelling.
- Performing physical therapy to regain mobility.
- Using a tourniquet to reduce bleeding.
- Performing surgery to repair the damaged artery.
8 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Injury of radial artery at wrist and hand level - Prevention
The best way to prevent injury of the radial artery at the wrist and hand level is to practice proper safety protocols when using sharp instruments, such as knives and needles. wearing protective gloves and using appropriate technique when handling sharp objects can help to reduce the risk of injury. additionally, regular stretching and strengthening of the wrist and hand muscles can help to reduce the risk of strain and injury.