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(S07) Crushing injury of head
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18 176 in individuals diagnosis crushing injury of head confirmed
Diagnosis crushing injury of head is diagnosed Men are 47.45% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis crushing injury of head
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis crushing injury of head
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease crushing injury of head - 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
Absence or low individual and public risk
Crushing injury of head - what does this mean
Crushing injury of the head is caused by a direct blow or force to the skull that results in a fracture or disruption of the skull and underlying brain tissue. this type of injury can result in a wide range of complications, including brain damage, skull fractures, facial fractures, and other neurological problems.
What happens during the disease - crushing injury of head
Crushing injury of the head is caused by a direct blow or force to the head that causes the skull and underlying brain tissue to be compressed and damaged. this can result in a variety of symptoms, including swelling of the brain, bleeding, bruising, and nerve damage. in severe cases, it can lead to coma, brain death, or even death.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Perform a physical examination to assess the extent of the injury.
- Order a CT scan to determine the severity of the injury.
- Order an MRI to assess any potential brain damage.
- Order a neurological examination to assess any cognitive deficits.
- Order a blood test to check for any signs of infection.
- Order an EEG to assess any electrical activity in the brain.
- Order a lumbar puncture to check for any signs of increased intracranial pressure.
- Order a neuropsychological evaluation to assess any cognitive deficits.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the risk of long-term complications and improve the patient's quality of life.
- Administer medications to reduce swelling and inflammation
- Monitor vital signs
- Provide oxygen therapy
- Perform imaging tests to assess the extent of the injury
- Provide physical and occupational therapy
- Provide counseling and support to the patient and family
- Monitor for signs of infection
- Provide nutritional support
- Monitor for changes in mental status
- Provide rehabilitative therapies
13 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Crushing injury of head - Prevention
To prevent a crushing injury of the head, it is important to wear protective headgear when participating in activities with a risk of head trauma, such as cycling, skiing, or contact sports. additionally, it is important to ensure proper use of safety equipment in the workplace and adhere to safety protocols, as well as to practice safe driving habits.