(V90.2) Accident to watercraft causing drowning and submersion : fishing boat

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6 492 in individuals diagnosis accident to watercraft causing drowning and submersion : fishing boat confirmed
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9 933 deaths with diagnosis accident to watercraft causing drowning and submersion : fishing boat
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153% mortality rate associated with the disease accident to watercraft causing drowning and submersion : fishing boat

Diagnosis accident to watercraft causing drowning and submersion : fishing boat is diagnosed Women are 12.54% more likely than Men

2 839

Men receive the diagnosis accident to watercraft causing drowning and submersion : fishing boat

7 294 (256.9 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis accident to watercraft causing drowning and submersion : fishing boat

2 639 (72.2 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease accident to watercraft causing drowning and submersion : fishing boat - Men aged 5-9 and Women aged 50-54

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 5-9, 15-19, 60-64
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 10-14, 20-59, 65-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-14, 20-49, 55-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 15-19, 50-54

Disease Features accident to watercraft causing drowning and submersion : fishing boat

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Accident to watercraft causing drowning and submersion : fishing boat - what does this mean

Drowning and submersion due to an accident to a fishing boat typically occurs when a person is on the boat and it capsizes, causing them to be thrown into the water and become submerged. this can result in drowning if the person is unable to swim or is unable to escape from the boat or the water.

What happens during the disease - accident to watercraft causing drowning and submersion : fishing boat

The pathogenesis of drowning and submersion from an accident to a fishing boat is caused by a combination of factors. the most common cause is a lack of proper safety equipment, such as life jackets, on the boat. other causes include poor weather conditions, such as strong winds and waves, or a lack of knowledge or experience in operating a boat. additionally, the boat may have been overloaded or improperly maintained, leading to mechanical failure. all of these factors can contribute to an accident that causes the boat to capsize, leading to the risk of drowning and submersion.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Perform a physical examination of the patient to assess the extent of the injury.
  • Perform a CT scan to assess for any internal injuries.
  • Perform a blood test to assess for any infection.
  • Perform a urine test to assess for any dehydration.
  • Perform an X-ray to assess for any broken bones.
  • Perform an electrocardiogram (ECG) to assess for any cardiac abnormalities.
  • Perform an echocardiogram to assess for any heart damage.
  • Perform a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to assess for any brain damage.
  • Perform a lumbar puncture to assess for any spinal cord damage.
  • Perform a bone scan to assess for any bone damage.
  • Perform an angiogram to assess for any vascular damage.

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main Goal: To treat the accident to the watercraft causing drowning and submersion (fishing boat).
  • Provide oxygen to the patient
  • Assess the patient’s airway, breathing, and circulation
  • Perform CPR if necessary
  • Administer medications as needed
  • Evaluate the patient for any additional injuries
  • Monitor the patient’s vital signs
  • Provide emotional support to the patient and family
  • Refer the patient to a specialist if necessary
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6 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Accident to watercraft causing drowning and submersion : fishing boat - Prevention

To prevent accidents to watercraft causing drowning and submersion, fishermen should always wear a life jacket, ensure that the boat is well maintained and inspected regularly, and avoid operating a boat in inclement weather or in areas with strong currents. additionally, fishermen should always be aware of the potential risks associated with fishing and take all necessary safety precautions.