DocSym
β
Searchsearch
Search
(V40) Car occupant injured in collision with pedestrian or animal
More details coming soon
445 361 in individuals diagnosis car occupant injured in collision with pedestrian or animal confirmed
3 608 deaths with diagnosis car occupant injured in collision with pedestrian or animal
1% mortality rate associated with the disease car occupant injured in collision with pedestrian or animal
Diagnosis car occupant injured in collision with pedestrian or animal is diagnosed Men are 53.52% more likely than Women
341 863
Men receive the diagnosis car occupant injured in collision with pedestrian or animal
2 155 (0.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
100
95
90
85
80
75
70
65
60
55
50
45
40
35
30
25
20
15
10
5
0
103 498
Women receive the diagnosis car occupant injured in collision with pedestrian or animal
1 453 (1.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease car occupant injured in collision with pedestrian or animal - Men aged 20-24 and Women aged 40-44
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 85-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-84
Disease Features car occupant injured in collision with pedestrian or animal
Absence or low individual and public risk
Car occupant injured in collision with pedestrian or animal - what does this mean
Car occupant injuries resulting from a collision with a pedestrian or animal can occur when the car is traveling at a high speed, the pedestrian or animal is in the car's path, and the car is unable to stop in time. the impact can cause serious injuries to the car occupant, including fractures, lacerations, and internal organ damage.
What happens during the disease - car occupant injured in collision with pedestrian or animal
The pathogenesis of car occupant injury in a collision with a pedestrian or animal is a complex process involving the combination of the force of the impact, the body's response to the force, and the occupant's position in the car at the time of the collision. the force of the impact causes the occupant to be thrust forward, which can cause trauma to the head, neck, and chest. the body's response is to tense up, which can cause additional trauma to the neck, spine, and other areas. finally, the occupant's position in the car can affect the severity of the injury, as certain positions can place the occupant in a vulnerable position to the force of the impact.
Clinical Pattern
More details coming soon
How does a doctor diagnose
- Obtain a complete medical history and physical examination.
- Order laboratory tests such as a complete blood count, electrolytes, and urinalysis.
- Order imaging studies such as X-rays, CT scans, and MRI scans.
- Perform a neurological assessment.
- Order electrocardiogram (ECG) and echocardiogram (ECHO).
- Order additional tests such as a pulmonary function test, bronchoscopy, and endoscopy.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To provide immediate medical attention and ensure the safety of the car occupant.
- Assess the condition of the car occupant.
- Administer first aid and pain relief, if necessary.
- Check for any signs of shock.
- Assess for any signs of head, neck, chest, abdominal or pelvic injuries.
- Check for any signs of fractures, dislocations, or other orthopedic injuries.
- Check for any signs of internal bleeding.
- Check for any signs of spinal cord injury.
- Check for any signs of cardiac or respiratory distress.
- Check for any signs of lacerations, abrasions, or contusions.
- Check for any signs of psychological trauma.
- Provide necessary medical treatment.
- Refer the car occupant to the hospital for further medical care, if necessary.
22 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Car occupant injured in collision with pedestrian or animal - Prevention
To prevent car occupant injuries due to collisions with pedestrians or animals, drivers should always remain vigilant and alert while driving, obey speed limits, and be aware of their surroundings. additionally, drivers should avoid driving at night when visibility is reduced, and always use headlights and other safety features such as seat belts.