(S68) Traumatic amputation of wrist and hand

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942 190 in individuals diagnosis traumatic amputation of wrist and hand confirmed

Diagnosis traumatic amputation of wrist and hand is diagnosed Men are 74.63% more likely than Women

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Men receive the diagnosis traumatic amputation of wrist and hand

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Women receive the diagnosis traumatic amputation of wrist and hand

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Risk Group for the Disease traumatic amputation of wrist and hand - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 0-5

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94

Disease Features traumatic amputation of wrist and hand

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Traumatic amputation of wrist and hand - what does this mean

Traumatic amputation of the wrist and hand occurs when the limb is severed or crushed by a traumatic force such as a motor vehicle accident, industrial accident, or crush injury. the tissue is destroyed and the limb cannot be salvaged, resulting in the amputation of the limb.

What happens during the disease - traumatic amputation of wrist and hand

Traumatic amputation of the wrist and hand is caused by physical trauma, such as an accident or a violent attack, that results in the complete severance of the hand or wrist. it can also occur if a person's hand or wrist is crushed, burned, or otherwise severely injured. in such cases, the tissue damage may be so severe that the affected limb must be surgically removed in order to prevent further damage or infection.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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8 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Traumatic amputation of wrist and hand - Prevention

The best way to prevent traumatic amputation of the wrist and hand is to take proper safety precautions when using machinery and tools, and to always wear protective gear such as gloves and goggles when working with hazardous materials. additionally, it is important to seek medical attention immediately if any kind of injury to the wrist and hand occurs.

Specified forms of the disease

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