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(S44.1) Injury of median nerve at upper arm level
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54 515 in individuals diagnosis injury of median nerve at upper arm level confirmed
Diagnosis injury of median nerve at upper arm level is diagnosed Men are 61.33% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis injury of median nerve at upper arm level
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Women receive the diagnosis injury of median nerve at upper arm level
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease injury of median nerve at upper arm level - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 50-54
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 30-34, 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 5-29, 35-94
Disease Features injury of median nerve at upper arm level
Absence or low individual and public risk
Injury of median nerve at upper arm level - what does this mean
The injury of median nerve at upper arm level usually occurs when the nerve is compressed, stretched, or cut at the level of the upper arm. this can be caused by a direct trauma to the arm, such as a fall or a blow, or by a prolonged pressure on the nerve due to prolonged positioning of the arm in a certain way.
What happens during the disease - injury of median nerve at upper arm level
Injury of the median nerve at the upper arm level is caused by direct trauma to the nerve, such as a stab wound or a fracture of the humerus bone. this trauma can cause a disruption of the nerve fibers, leading to an interruption in the transmission of signals along the nerve, resulting in sensory and motor deficits in the affected area.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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21 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Injury of median nerve at upper arm level - Prevention
Injury of the median nerve at the upper arm level can be prevented by avoiding activities that involve repetitive movements of the arm, such as certain types of sports or overhead activities, and by using appropriate protective gear when engaging in any activities that may put the arm at risk. additionally, ensuring proper posture when sitting or standing can help reduce the risk of injury.