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(S07.9) Crushing injury of head, part unspecified
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18 176 in individuals diagnosis crushing injury of head, part unspecified confirmed
Diagnosis crushing injury of head, part unspecified is diagnosed Men are 47.45% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis crushing injury of head, part unspecified
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis crushing injury of head, part unspecified
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease crushing injury of head, part unspecified - Men aged 30-34 and Women aged 0-5
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 70-74, 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-69, 75-94
Disease Features crushing injury of head, part unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Crushing injury of head, part unspecified - what does this mean
Crushing injuries to the head involve a tremendous amount of force being applied to the skull, causing fractures, brain contusions, and/or intracranial hemorrhages. depending on the force and location of the impact, these injuries can be mild to severe, and can range from a concussion to a traumatic brain injury.
What happens during the disease - crushing injury of head, part unspecified
Crushing injury of the head, part unspecified, is a traumatic injury caused by a sudden external force. the force can cause the brain to be damaged due to the compression of the skull, leading to contusions, lacerations, and hemorrhages. the brain can also be deprived of oxygen, resulting in anoxic brain injury. the severity of the injury depends on the amount of force applied and the part of the skull that was impacted. other complications can include cerebral edema, hydrocephalus, and intracranial hematomas.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Order a CT scan of the head
- Order an MRI scan of the head
- Order an X-ray of the head
- Order a physical examination of the head
- Order a neurological examination
- Order blood tests to check for infection
- Order an EEG (electroencephalogram) to check for brain activity
- Order a lumbar puncture to check for spinal fluid abnormalities
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the risk of further complications and improve the patient's recovery.
- Administering pain medication
- Monitoring vital signs
- Providing oxygen therapy
- Administering antibiotics
- Providing wound care
- Administering fluids and electrolytes
- Providing nutrition
- Providing physical therapy
- Monitoring for signs of infection
- Providing psychological support
- Monitoring for signs of increased intracranial pressure
13 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Crushing injury of head, part unspecified - Prevention
To prevent crushing injury of the head, part unspecified, it is important to wear protective headgear such as helmets when engaging in activities that may result in head trauma, such as contact sports, cycling, motorcycling, horseback riding, and skiing. additionally, it is important to ensure that any machinery or equipment used in the workplace is properly maintained and inspected to prevent any potential accidents. finally, it is important to be aware of ones surroundings and avoid any hazardous conditions that may lead to head trauma.