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(S04.4) Injury of abducent nerve
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16 059 in individuals diagnosis injury of abducent nerve confirmed
Diagnosis injury of abducent nerve is diagnosed Men are 30.58% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis injury of abducent nerve
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis injury of abducent nerve
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease injury of abducent nerve - Men aged 30-34 and Women aged 10-14
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-84
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 35-39, 85-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-34, 40-84
Disease Features injury of abducent nerve
Absence or low individual and public risk
Injury of abducent nerve - what does this mean
The abducent nerve is responsible for controlling the movement of the eye muscles which allow the eyes to move outward. injury of the abducent nerve can occur due to trauma to the head or face, stroke, tumor, or other neurological diseases. symptoms of abducent nerve injury include double vision, drooping of the eyelid, and difficulty moving the eyes outward.
What happens during the disease - injury of abducent nerve
Injury of abducent nerve is caused by direct trauma to the nerve, which may occur due to a traumatic event such as a motor vehicle accident or a sports-related injury. the trauma results in damage to the axons of the nerve, which leads to disruption of the nerve’s ability to send signals from the brain to the muscles of the eye, resulting in an inability to move the eye outward. this can cause double vision, drooping eyelids, and other visual disturbances.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical exam to assess the patient's eye movement
- CT scan to identify any structural abnormalities in the affected nerve
- MRI to assess the nerve's function
- Electromyography to measure the electrical activity of the affected nerve
- Nerve conduction studies to measure the speed of the nerve impulses
- Blood tests to check for any underlying conditions
- X-ray to check for any bone abnormalities
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal of the Treatment:
To improve the functioning of the abducent nerve
- Physical therapy to strengthen the muscles affected by the injury
- Occupational therapy to help the patient relearn everyday activities
- Medications to reduce inflammation and pain
- Surgery to repair the damaged nerve
- Electrical stimulation to stimulate the nerve
- Ultrasound therapy to reduce swelling and inflammation
9 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Injury of abducent nerve - Prevention
The best way to prevent injury of the abducent nerve is to practice good safety habits and use proper technique when performing activities that involve the neck or shoulder, such as lifting heavy objects or stretching. additionally, wearing protective gear while participating in sports or engaging in other physical activities can help reduce the risk of injury.