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(S15.1) Injury of vertebral artery
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12 978 in individuals diagnosis injury of vertebral artery confirmed
Diagnosis injury of vertebral artery is diagnosed Men are 52.30% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis injury of vertebral artery
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis injury of vertebral artery
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease injury of vertebral artery - Men aged 20-24 and Women aged 35-39
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 15-64, 70-74, 80-84
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-14, 65-69, 75-79, 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-34, 60-69, 80-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 35-59, 70-79
Disease Features injury of vertebral artery
Absence or low individual and public risk
Injury of vertebral artery - what does this mean
Vertebral artery injury occurs when the artery is damaged due to trauma or a medical procedure. it can be caused by a direct blow to the neck, a motor vehicle accident, or a medical procedure such as a lumbar puncture or a surgical procedure in the neck area. symptoms may include dizziness, headache, neck pain, numbness or tingling in the arms, and vision disturbances. treatment may include medications, physical therapy, and in some cases, surgery.
What happens during the disease - injury of vertebral artery
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Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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20 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Injury of vertebral artery - Prevention
The best way to prevent injury of the vertebral artery is to practice safe habits such as wearing a helmet when engaging in activities where there is a risk of head or neck trauma, using proper body mechanics when lifting heavy objects, and avoiding contact sports where there is a risk of head or neck injury. additionally, it is important to be aware of any underlying conditions that could increase the risk of injury of the vertebral artery, such as high blood pressure or atherosclerosis, and to seek medical attention if any symptoms of the condition arise.