(V14) Pedal cyclist injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus

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289 118 in individuals diagnosis pedal cyclist injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus confirmed
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9 166 deaths with diagnosis pedal cyclist injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus
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3% mortality rate associated with the disease pedal cyclist injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus

Diagnosis pedal cyclist injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus is diagnosed Men are 14.11% more likely than Women

164 951

Men receive the diagnosis pedal cyclist injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus

4 922 (3.0 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis pedal cyclist injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus

4 244 (3.4 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease pedal cyclist injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 60-64

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 5-94

Disease Features pedal cyclist injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Pedal cyclist injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus - what does this mean

Pedal cyclist injuries in collisions with heavy transport vehicles or buses typically occur due to the cyclist being thrown off their bike or being crushed by the vehicle. the force of the impact can cause serious injuries, including fractures, lacerations, and head trauma. in some cases, the cyclist may be thrown off their bike and suffer road rash or be pinned against the vehicle and suffer severe crushing injuries.

What happens during the disease - pedal cyclist injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus

The pathogenesis of a pedal cyclist injured in a collision with a heavy transport vehicle or bus is likely due to the cyclist being thrown off the bike with the force of the impact and then being struck by the vehicle. this can cause a variety of injuries, including fractures, lacerations, internal organ damage, and head trauma. the severity of the injuries depends on the speed and size of the vehicle as well as the cyclist's protective gear.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Physical examination of the patient
  • X-ray imaging
  • CT scan
  • MRI scan
  • Blood tests
  • Urine tests
  • Ultrasound scan
  • Neurological tests
Additional tests may include:
  • Angiography
  • Electrocardiogram (ECG)
  • Electroencephalogram (EEG)

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the severity of the injuries and promote healing
  • Administer pain relief medication
  • Provide oxygen therapy
  • Perform an X-ray to assess fractures
  • Perform a CT scan to assess internal injuries
  • Perform a physical examination to assess soft tissue injuries
  • Perform any necessary surgery
  • Provide physical therapy to help regain mobility
  • Provide follow-up care to monitor progress
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23 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Pedal cyclist injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus - Prevention

In order to prevent pedal cyclist injuries in collisions with heavy transport vehicles or buses, it is important to ensure that cyclists wear appropriate protective gear, such as helmets, reflective clothing, and lights, to increase visibility. additionally, cyclists should be aware of their environment and the potential for heavy vehicle traffic, and should be sure to obey traffic laws and use designated bike lanes whenever possible.