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(S78.0) Traumatic amputation at hip joint
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46 026 in individuals diagnosis traumatic amputation at hip joint confirmed
Diagnosis traumatic amputation at hip joint is diagnosed Men are 48.16% more likely than Women
34 097
Men receive the diagnosis traumatic amputation at hip joint
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis traumatic amputation at hip joint
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease traumatic amputation at hip joint - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 75-79
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 15-84
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-14, 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 15-19, 25-29, 35-39, 45-49
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 10-14, 20-24, 30-34, 40-44, 50-95+
Disease Features traumatic amputation at hip joint
Absence or low individual and public risk
Traumatic amputation at hip joint - what does this mean
Traumatic amputation at the hip joint occurs when there is a sudden, traumatic injury to the hip joint, such as a fall or a motor vehicle accident, which results in the complete severance of the hip joint and its associated structures, including the femur, acetabulum, and surrounding muscles and tendons.
What happens during the disease - traumatic amputation at hip joint
Traumatic amputation at the hip joint is caused by a direct or indirect injury to the hip joint, such as a motor vehicle accident, a fall, or a gunshot wound. the force of the injury causes the soft tissues, including the muscles, tendons, and ligaments, to be torn away from the bone, and the bones may be fractured. this results in a complete loss of function in the affected hip joint.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the affected area
- X-ray imaging of the affected area
- MRI scan of the affected area
- CT scan of the affected area
- Blood tests to check for infection
- Ultrasound scan of the affected area
- Electromyography (EMG) to measure muscle and nerve function
- Bone scan to check for bone damage
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To restore as much function as possible to the patient's hip joint following traumatic amputation.
- Develop a treatment plan in consultation with the patient and their medical team.
- Perform a physical examination of the affected area.
- Administer medications to reduce swelling and inflammation.
- Prescribe physical therapy to help strengthen the muscles around the hip joint.
- Recommend surgical procedures to repair any damage to the joint.
- Prescribe assistive devices, such as a prosthetic limb, to help the patient move around.
- Provide psychological support to help the patient cope with their condition.
- Refer the patient to a rehabilitation specialist for further treatment.
- Monitor the patient's progress and adjust the treatment plan as needed.
18 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Traumatic amputation at hip joint - Prevention
The prevention of traumatic amputation at the hip joint can be achieved by taking steps to ensure safety in the environment, such as wearing protective gear and following safety protocols when handling potentially hazardous materials. additionally, providing education on the risks associated with certain activities and how to mitigate them can help to reduce the incidence of traumatic amputation at the hip joint.