DocSym
β
Searchsearch
Search
(S27.1) Traumatic haemothorax
More details coming soon
955 096 in individuals diagnosis traumatic haemothorax confirmed
Diagnosis traumatic haemothorax is diagnosed Men are 55.31% more likely than Women
741 690
Men receive the diagnosis traumatic haemothorax
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
100
95
90
85
80
75
70
65
60
55
50
45
40
35
30
25
20
15
10
5
0
213 406
Women receive the diagnosis traumatic haemothorax
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease traumatic haemothorax - Men and Women aged 55-59
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features traumatic haemothorax
Absence or low individual and public risk
Traumatic haemothorax - what does this mean
Traumatic haemothorax is a condition where blood accumulates in the chest cavity due to a traumatic injury, such as a stab wound or a blunt force trauma. this can cause the lung to collapse and lead to difficulty breathing. treatment typically involves draining the blood from the chest cavity and providing supportive care.
What happens during the disease - traumatic haemothorax
Traumatic haemothorax occurs when a blunt or penetrating force causes a tear in the chest wall, allowing air and blood to enter the pleural space. this can cause a rapid accumulation of blood in the pleural space, which can lead to chest pain, difficulty breathing, and decreased blood pressure. if left untreated, the accumulation of blood can lead to severe complications, such as infection, respiratory failure, and death.
Clinical Pattern
More details coming soon
How does a doctor diagnose
- Clinical examination
- Chest X-ray
- Ultrasound
- CT scan
- Thoracentesis
- Thoracoscopy
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To restore normal breathing and to prevent further complications.
- Monitoring of vital signs
- Intubation and mechanical ventilation
- Chest tube insertion
- Administration of antibiotics
- Administration of pain medications
- Administration of fluids
- Surgery (if necessary)
- Closed-chest drainage
- Monitoring of chest tube output
- Follow-up imaging studies
16 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Traumatic haemothorax - Prevention
Traumatic haemothorax can be prevented by avoiding activities that can lead to chest trauma such as high-risk sports, wearing seatbelts when driving, and using protective gear when engaging in activities that could potentially lead to chest trauma. additionally, it is important to seek medical attention immediately after any kind of chest trauma to reduce the risk of developing a traumatic haemothorax.