(S60.1) Contusion of finger(s) with damage to nail

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189 619 in individuals diagnosis contusion of finger(s) with damage to nail confirmed

Etiology Pathogenesis Clinical Pattern Diagnostics Treatment Prevention

Diagnosis contusion of finger(s) with damage to nail is diagnosed Men are 26.36% more likely than Women

119 800

Men receive the diagnosis contusion of finger(s) with damage to nail

0 (less than 0.1%)

Died from this diagnosis.

100

69 819

Women receive the diagnosis contusion of finger(s) with damage to nail

0 (less than 0.1%)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease contusion of finger(s) with damage to nail - Men aged 20-24 and Women aged 15-19

In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94

Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+in in women, the disease manifests at any age

In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+

Disease Features contusion of finger(s) with damage to nail

Absence or low individual and public risk

Contusion of finger(s) with damage to nail - what does this mean

A contusion of the finger(s) with damage to the nail is caused by a blunt force trauma to the finger(s), such as a direct blow or a crushing type of injury. this type of injury causes damage to the nail and can cause bleeding, swelling, and pain.

What happens during the disease - contusion of finger(s) with damage to nail

A contusion of the finger(s) with damage to the nail is caused by a direct blow to the finger(s) with enough force to cause bruising and damage to the nail. this force can be caused by a punch, a fall, or other traumatic incident. the damage to the nail can range from a small bruise to a full-thickness avulsion. the bruise can cause pain and swelling, and the nail damage can cause bleeding and discomfort.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

Physical examination of the affected finger(s)
X-ray of the affected finger(s) to check for fractures
CT scan of the affected finger(s) to check for any internal damage
Ultrasound of the affected finger(s) to check for any soft tissue damage
Blood test to check for infection
Culture test to check for bacteria or fungi
Treatment of the affected area with antibiotics and/or antifungal medications
Surgical repair of any damaged tissue

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main Goal: Treat Contusion of Finger(s) with Damage to Nail

Clean the wound using saline solution
Remove any foreign objects from the wound
Apply a dry, sterile dressing to the wound
Elevate the injured finger to reduce swelling
Take an over-the-counter pain reliever to reduce pain and inflammation
Apply a cold compress to the injured finger to reduce swelling
Check the injured finger regularly for signs of infection
Visit a doctor if the pain is not improving or if there is any sign of infection

6 Days of Hospitalization Required

827 Hours Required for Outpatient Treatment

Contusion of finger(s) with damage to nail - Prevention

To prevent contusion of finger(s) with damage to nail, it is important to wear protective gloves when engaging in activities that may cause injury to the fingers such as sports, manual labor, or any other activity that may expose the fingers to potential damage. additionally, it is important to inspect and maintain any tools or equipment that may cause injury to the hands and fingers. finally, it is important to use proper technique when handling objects to reduce the risk of dropping them and causing injury.

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