(S17) Crushing injury of neck

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17 754 in individuals diagnosis crushing injury of neck confirmed

Diagnosis crushing injury of neck is diagnosed Women are 29.29% more likely than Men

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Women receive the diagnosis crushing injury of neck

0 (less than 0.1%)

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Risk Group for the Disease crushing injury of neck - Men aged 65-69 and Women aged 80-84

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 5-29, 35-39, 45-89
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 30-34, 40-44, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 5-9, 20-24, 30-34, 40-44, 90-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 10-19, 25-29, 35-39, 45-89

Disease Features crushing injury of neck

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Crushing injury of neck - what does this mean

Crushing injury of neck is a type of traumatic injury caused by a sudden, forceful compression of the neck, which can cause damage to the bones, muscles, nerves, and soft tissue in the neck. this type of injury can be caused by a variety of factors, such as motor vehicle accidents, falls, or sports-related injuries.

What happens during the disease - crushing injury of neck

Crushing injury of the neck is caused by a sudden, intense force applied to the neck region that results in compression of the soft tissues and/or fracture of the vertebrae. this force can be caused by a direct blow, such as from a motor vehicle accident or a fall from a height, or from indirect force such as a sudden twist or pull of the neck. damage to the soft tissues can include bruising, contusion, laceration, and/or muscle strain, while fractures of the vertebrae can include compression fractures, burst fractures, and dislocation. depending on the severity of the injury, the resulting damage can range from mild discomfort to paralysis or even death.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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25 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Crushing injury of neck - Prevention

The best way to prevent a crushing injury of the neck is to wear appropriate protective gear while participating in activities that could result in such an injury. this includes wearing a helmet and neck brace when playing contact sports, and wearing a seatbelt when driving a vehicle. additionally, proper safety training and awareness of potential hazards can help to reduce the risk of this type of injury.

Specified forms of the disease

(S17.0) Crushing injury of larynx and trachea
(S17.8) Crushing injury of other parts of neck
(S17.9) Crushing injury of neck, part unspecified