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(X93) Assault by handgun discharge
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28 162 in individuals diagnosis assault by handgun discharge confirmed
9 186 deaths with diagnosis assault by handgun discharge
33% mortality rate associated with the disease assault by handgun discharge
Diagnosis assault by handgun discharge is diagnosed Prevalent in Men Only
28 162
Men receive the diagnosis assault by handgun discharge
5 430 (19.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis assault by handgun discharge
3 756 (Infinity %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease assault by handgun discharge - Men aged 40-44 and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 20-59, 65-69
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-19, 60-64, 70-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-95+
No Cases of the Disease Assault by handgun discharge identified in Men
Disease Features assault by handgun discharge
Absence or low individual and public risk
Assault by handgun discharge - what does this mean
Assault by handgun discharge occurs when a person is shot with a handgun, typically resulting in physical injury and sometimes death. the injury can range from a minor graze to a fatal shot, depending on the location of the gunshot wound.
What happens during the disease - assault by handgun discharge
The pathogenesis of assault by handgun discharge is complex and involves the physical trauma caused by the bullet, the shock waves from the explosion, and the subsequent tissue damage. depending on the type of handgun used and the distance from which it is discharged, the bullet may cause direct tissue damage, tissue destruction, and fragmentation of the bullet itself. the shock waves from the explosion can cause further tissue destruction and disruption of the blood vessels, resulting in bleeding and tissue death. additionally, the bullet may cause the formation of a cavity in the tissue, leading to further tissue damage and inflammation.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Obtain a detailed medical history of the patient.
- Conduct a physical examination of the patient.
- Order x-rays and other imaging tests to assess the extent of the injury.
- Order laboratory tests to evaluate for infection or other complications.
- Perform a neurological examination to assess for any neurological damage.
- Perform a psychological assessment to evaluate for post-traumatic stress disorder or other psychological consequences.
- Consult with a specialist, such as a trauma surgeon or orthopedic surgeon, to determine the best course of treatment.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the severity of the injury caused by the assault by handgun discharge.
- Administering medical aid to the victim.
- Performing surgery to repair any damaged organs or tissues.
- Administering antibiotics to prevent infection.
- Providing pain relief medication.
- Providing physical therapy to restore movement.
- Providing psychological counseling to help the victim cope with the trauma.
- Providing long-term follow-up care to monitor the patient's recovery.
11 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Assault by handgun discharge - Prevention
The best way to prevent assault by handgun discharge is to reduce access to firearms, particularly through gun control laws, increased background checks, and proper storage of guns. additionally, providing education on gun safety, as well as increasing awareness of the risks associated with firearms, can help reduce the risk of assault by handgun discharge.