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(S21.2) Open wound of back wall of thorax
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223 070 in individuals diagnosis open wound of back wall of thorax confirmed
Diagnosis open wound of back wall of thorax is diagnosed Men are 71.24% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis open wound of back wall of thorax
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Women receive the diagnosis open wound of back wall of thorax
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease open wound of back wall of thorax - Men aged 30-34 and Women aged 60-64
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features open wound of back wall of thorax
Absence or low individual and public risk
Open wound of back wall of thorax - what does this mean
An open wound of the back wall of the thorax occurs when the skin and underlying tissue of the chest wall are penetrated, either by a traumatic event such as a gunshot or a knife wound, or by a medical procedure such as open heart surgery. this type of wound can cause significant bleeding and infection if not treated properly.
What happens during the disease - open wound of back wall of thorax
Open wound of the back wall of the thorax is usually caused by trauma, such as a stab wound, gunshot wound, or blunt force trauma. the injury can be caused by direct contact with an object or by indirect contact, such as a fall or motor vehicle accident. the wound can cause damage to underlying muscles, nerves, and other organs, resulting in pain, infection, and other complications.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of wound
- X-ray of the affected area
- CT scan of the affected area
- Ultrasound of the affected area
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the affected area
- Blood tests to check for infection
- Culture of wound secretion for bacteria
- Tissue biopsy of the wound
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treat Open Wound of Back Wall of Thorax
- Clean the wound with an antiseptic solution
- Apply a sterile dressing to the wound
- Administer antibiotics to fight infection
- Provide pain medication as needed
- Monitor the wound for signs of infection
- Perform regular dressing changes
- Provide nutritional support to promote healing
- Evaluate the wound for signs of healing
- Refer the patient to a specialist when necessary
10 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Open wound of back wall of thorax - Prevention
The prevention of an open wound of the back wall of the thorax can be accomplished by wearing protective gear when engaging in activities that may cause trauma to the chest area, such as contact sports. additionally, proper medical care and regular check-ups should be sought to ensure any underlying conditions that may increase the risk of injury are identified and managed.