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(S36.2) Injury of pancreas
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801 990 in individuals diagnosis injury of pancreas confirmed
Diagnosis injury of pancreas is diagnosed Men are 48.27% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis injury of pancreas
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Women receive the diagnosis injury of pancreas
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease injury of pancreas - Men and Women aged 15-19
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features injury of pancreas
Absence or low individual and public risk
Injury of pancreas - what does this mean
Injury of the pancreas can occur due to trauma, such as a motor vehicle accident, a fall, or a penetrating injury. it can also occur due to medical procedures, such as endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ercp), or due to inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis). in some cases, the injury can be caused by a tumor or a cyst.
What happens during the disease - injury of pancreas
Injury of the pancreas is caused by direct trauma to the organ, such as from a blunt force or penetrating trauma. this trauma can lead to inflammation, bleeding, and disruption of the pancreatic tissue, which can lead to further damage and complications such as pancreatic necrosis, infection, and sepsis. in some cases, the trauma can also lead to disruption of the ductal system, resulting in pancreatic fluid leakage and pancreatic exocrine insufficiency.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Blood tests
- Imaging tests (CT scan, MRI, ultrasound)
- Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
- Pancreatic function tests
- Liver function tests
- Genetic testing
- Biopsy
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal of Treatment: To reduce inflammation and promote healing of the pancreas
- Administering pain medication
- Providing nutritional support
- Prescribing antibiotics to prevent infection
- Monitoring and managing blood sugar levels
- Performing surgery to remove damaged tissue
- Conducting imaging tests to assess the extent of the injury
- Administering medications to reduce inflammation
- Recommending lifestyle changes to reduce stress on the pancreas
20 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Injury of pancreas - Prevention
To prevent injury to the pancreas, it is important to practice safe behaviors such as wearing a seatbelt when driving, wearing protective gear when engaging in contact sports, and avoiding excessive alcohol consumption. additionally, it is important to maintain a healthy diet and exercise regularly, as this can reduce the risk of developing conditions that may lead to injury of the pancreas.