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(S14.5) Injury of cervical sympathetic nerves
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145 531 in individuals diagnosis injury of cervical sympathetic nerves confirmed
Diagnosis injury of cervical sympathetic nerves is diagnosed Men are 54.73% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis injury of cervical sympathetic nerves
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis injury of cervical sympathetic nerves
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease injury of cervical sympathetic nerves - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 75-79
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any ageLess common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 5-89
Disease Features injury of cervical sympathetic nerves
Absence or low individual and public risk
Injury of cervical sympathetic nerves - what does this mean
Injury of cervical sympathetic nerves is caused by trauma to the neck area, such as whiplash or a direct blow to the neck. this trauma can damage the nerves in the neck, resulting in a disruption of the nerve signals that control the body's autonomic functions, such as blood pressure, heart rate, and sweating.
What happens during the disease - injury of cervical sympathetic nerves
The injury of cervical sympathetic nerves is a type of nerve damage that affects the sympathetic nervous system and can cause a variety of symptoms, including pain, tingling, numbness, and weakness in the affected area. this type of injury can be caused by trauma, such as a motor vehicle accident or a sports injury, or by a disease process, such as a tumor or an infection. the injury can lead to dysfunction of the sympathetic nervous system, resulting in abnormal dilation of blood vessels, sweating, and changes in heart rate and blood pressure.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Neurological tests
- Imaging tests such as MRI or CT scan
- Blood tests
- Electromyography (EMG)
- Nerve conduction studies (NCS)
- Ultrasound
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To reduce pain and improve functioning of the cervical sympathetic nerves
- Physical therapy
- Cervical spine manipulation
- Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS)
- Ultrasound therapy
- Soft tissue massage
- Acupuncture
- Medication
- Cervical nerve block
- Exercise
- Heat/cold therapy
62 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Injury of cervical sympathetic nerves - Prevention
Injury of cervical sympathetic nerves can be prevented by avoiding activities that put strain on the neck, such as contact sports, heavy lifting, or sleeping in an awkward position. wearing a cervical collar or brace can also help protect the neck from injury. additionally, regular physical therapy and exercises to strengthen the neck muscles can help reduce the risk of injury.