(W34) Discharge from other and unspecified firearms

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55 584 in individuals diagnosis discharge from other and unspecified firearms confirmed
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4 015 deaths with diagnosis discharge from other and unspecified firearms
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7% mortality rate associated with the disease discharge from other and unspecified firearms

Diagnosis discharge from other and unspecified firearms is diagnosed Men are 81.22% more likely than Women

50 364

Men receive the diagnosis discharge from other and unspecified firearms

3 031 (6.0 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis discharge from other and unspecified firearms

984 (18.9 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease discharge from other and unspecified firearms - Men aged 25-29 and Women aged 15-19

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 5-59, 65-69
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 60-64, 70-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-14, 25-39, 55-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 15-24, 40-54

Disease Features discharge from other and unspecified firearms

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Discharge from other and unspecified firearms - what does this mean

Discharge from other and unspecified firearms is a type of injury caused by the accidental or intentional firing of a firearm that does not fit into the categories of handguns, rifles, or shotguns. this type of injury can occur when the firearm is improperly handled, or when a person is in close proximity to a firearm when it is discharged.

What happens during the disease - discharge from other and unspecified firearms

Discharge from other and unspecified firearms is caused by the release of energy from the firearm when the trigger is pulled. this energy is released in the form of a bullet or other projectile, which can cause physical trauma to the body due to the force of the impact. the severity of the injury depends on the type of firearm, the distance from which the firearm was fired, and the type of ammunition used.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Physical examination
  • X-ray
  • CT scan
  • MRI scan
  • Ultrasound
  • Blood tests
  • Urine tests
  • Tissue sampling

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main Goal: Treat Discharge from other and unspecified firearms
  • Administer medications to reduce pain and inflammation
  • Provide wound care to prevent infection
  • Perform surgery to remove damaged tissue
  • Provide physical therapy to restore mobility and strength
  • Provide psychological counseling to help cope with the trauma
  • Educate patient on safety precautions to prevent future injuries
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11 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Discharge from other and unspecified firearms - Prevention

The prevention of discharge from other and unspecified firearms can be achieved through the implementation of safe gun storage practices, such as storing firearms unloaded and locked in a secure and separate location from ammunition, as well as educating individuals on the safe handling and use of firearms. additionally, the use of personal protective equipment, such as eye and ear protection, can help to reduce the risk of injury from firearms.

Specified forms of the disease

(T11.0) Superficial injury of upper limb, level unspecified
(T11.1) Open wound of upper limb, level unspecified
(T11.2) Dislocation, sprain and strain of unspecified joint and ligament of upper limb, level unspecified
(T11.3) Injury of unspecified nerve of upper limb, level unspecified
(T11.4) Injury of unspecified blood vessel of upper limb, level unspecified
(T11.5) Injury of unspecified muscle and tendon of upper limb, level unspecified
(T11.6) Traumatic amputation of upper limb, level unspecified
(T11.8) Other specified injuries of upper limb, level unspecified
(T11.9) Unspecified injury of upper limb, level unspecified