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(T87.5) Necrosis of amputation stump
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115 035 in individuals diagnosis necrosis of amputation stump confirmed
Diagnosis necrosis of amputation stump is diagnosed Men are 40.51% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis necrosis of amputation stump
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis necrosis of amputation stump
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease necrosis of amputation stump - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 75-79
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 0-1, 5-9, 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 10-94
Disease Features necrosis of amputation stump
Absence or low individual and public risk
Necrosis of amputation stump - what does this mean
Necrosis of amputation stump occurs when the blood supply to the amputation site is disrupted, causing tissue death. this can be caused by infection, poor blood flow, or trauma to the area.
What happens during the disease - necrosis of amputation stump
Necrosis of an amputation stump is a condition in which the tissue of the amputation site dies due to a lack of adequate blood supply. this can be caused by poor circulation, infection, or trauma to the area. if left untreated, necrosis can lead to further complications such as infection, pain, and difficulty healing. treatment typically involves removing the dead tissue and providing antibiotics to prevent infection.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the amputation stump
- X-ray of the amputation stump
- CT scan of the amputation stump
- Ultrasound of the amputation stump
- Biopsy of the amputation stump
- Blood tests to check for infection
- Tissue sampling to test for necrosis
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the risk of infection and promote healing of the necrotic amputation stump.
- Administer antibiotics to prevent and treat infection.
- Remove dead tissue to prevent infection.
- Keep the wound clean and dry.
- Apply dressings to keep the wound clean and moist.
- Monitor for signs of infection.
- Provide pain relief.
- Encourage mobility and exercise.
- Provide emotional support.
32 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Necrosis of amputation stump - Prevention
The prevention of necrosis of amputation stump can be achieved by maintaining good hygiene, controlling risk factors such as diabetes and smoking, and receiving proper wound care following the amputation, including regular wound dressing changes, debridement of dead tissue, and keeping the wound clean and dry.