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(S85.5) Injury of popliteal vein
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46 448 in individuals diagnosis injury of popliteal vein confirmed
Diagnosis injury of popliteal vein is diagnosed Men are 26.51% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis injury of popliteal vein
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis injury of popliteal vein
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease injury of popliteal vein - Men aged 25-29 and Women aged 70-74
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 20-29, 40-44
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 10-19, 30-39, 45-95+
Disease Features injury of popliteal vein
Absence or low individual and public risk
Injury of popliteal vein - what does this mean
Injury of the popliteal vein occurs when the vein is damaged due to trauma, such as a deep laceration or a fracture of the knee joint. this can lead to a blockage of the vein, causing blood flow to be impaired, leading to swelling, pain, and potentially other complications.
What happens during the disease - injury of popliteal vein
Injury of the popliteal vein is a condition in which the vein becomes damaged due to trauma, such as a laceration or puncture wound. this can lead to the formation of a blood clot, which can cause a blockage in the vein and impede blood flow. this can cause swelling, pain, and discoloration of the affected area, as well as other complications such as deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Doppler ultrasound
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
- Venography
- Angiography
- Blood tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the swelling and inflammation in the popliteal vein and to restore normal blood flow.
- Administer anti-inflammatory medications
- Perform physical therapy
- Utilize compression stockings
- Apply cold compresses
- Perform ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy
- Perform thrombolysis
- Undergo endovascular surgery
- Undergo open surgery
19 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Injury of popliteal vein - Prevention
Injury of the popliteal vein can be prevented by avoiding deep punctures or incisions in the back of the knee. it is important to use ultrasound guidance when performing any procedure in this area to reduce the risk of injury. additionally, it is important to take extra caution when working in this area as it is a common site for vascular injury.