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(S04.7) Injury of accessory nerve
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16 059 in individuals diagnosis injury of accessory nerve confirmed
Diagnosis injury of accessory nerve is diagnosed Men are 30.58% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis injury of accessory nerve
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Women receive the diagnosis injury of accessory nerve
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease injury of accessory 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 accessory nerve
Absence or low individual and public risk
Injury of accessory nerve - what does this mean
The accessory nerve is a cranial nerve that is susceptible to injury during trauma to the neck. injury to the accessory nerve can occur from blunt force trauma, fractures, penetrating injuries, tumor resection, or iatrogenic causes such as during surgery. injury to the accessory nerve can cause paralysis of the trapezius and sternocleidomastoid muscles, resulting in shoulder droop and difficulty turning the head to one side.
What happens during the disease - injury of accessory nerve
Injury of the accessory nerve is caused by direct trauma to the nerve, or a lesion in the surrounding tissue. this can be caused by physical trauma, such as a crush injury, or by a tumor or other lesion that impinges on the nerve. the nerve can also be damaged by stretching or compression, or by a surgical procedure. the injury results in loss of function of the sternocleidomastoid and trapezius muscles, leading to weakness of the shoulder and neck muscles, and loss of sensation in the shoulder and neck area.
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
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Injury of accessory nerve - Prevention
Prevention of injury of the accessory nerve involves avoiding activities that may cause trauma to the neck or shoulder area, such as contact sports, or using proper protective gear when engaging in such activities. additionally, it is important to practice good posture and body mechanics when lifting heavy objects to reduce the risk of injury.