(S54.1) Injury of median nerve at forearm level

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69 526 in individuals diagnosis injury of median nerve at forearm level confirmed

Diagnosis injury of median nerve at forearm level is diagnosed Men are 58.38% more likely than Women

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Women receive the diagnosis injury of median nerve at forearm level

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Risk Group for the Disease injury of median nerve at forearm level - Men aged 20-24 and Women aged 55-59

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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 0-1, 80-84, 90-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-79, 85-89

Disease Features injury of median nerve at forearm level

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Injury of median nerve at forearm level - what does this mean

The median nerve can be injured at the forearm level by trauma, such as a direct blow, a laceration, or a fracture of the bone. this can lead to a loss of sensation and movement in the hand, as the median nerve is responsible for the movement and sensation of the thumb, index, middle, and half of the ring finger.

What happens during the disease - injury of median nerve at forearm level

Injury of the median nerve at the forearm level is caused by direct trauma to the nerve, such as a laceration or fracture, or by compression from an external force, such as a cast or splint. the result of the injury is damage to the nerve, which can cause numbness, tingling, and weakness in the hand and fingers. if left untreated, the nerve may become permanently damaged, leading to permanent loss of muscle function and sensation.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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9 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Injury of median nerve at forearm level - Prevention

Injury of the median nerve at the forearm level can be prevented by wearing protective gear such as wrist guards when participating in activities that involve repetitive hand and arm movements, avoiding extreme wrist positions, and taking regular breaks to rest the hands and arms. additionally, stretching exercises and strengthening exercises for the wrists and arms can help to reduce the risk of injury.