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(V92) Water-transport-related drowning and submersion without accident to watercraft
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26 886 in individuals diagnosis water-transport-related drowning and submersion without accident to watercraft confirmed
8 589 deaths with diagnosis water-transport-related drowning and submersion without accident to watercraft
32% mortality rate associated with the disease water-transport-related drowning and submersion without accident to watercraft
Diagnosis water-transport-related drowning and submersion without accident to watercraft is diagnosed Prevalent in Men Only
26 886
Men receive the diagnosis water-transport-related drowning and submersion without accident to watercraft
5 902 (22.0 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis water-transport-related drowning and submersion without accident to watercraft
2 687 (Infinity %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease water-transport-related drowning and submersion without accident to watercraft - Men aged 15-19 and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 15-19, 45-54
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-14, 20-44, 55-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-95+
No Cases of the Disease Water-transport-related drowning and submersion without accident to watercraft identified in Men
Disease Features water-transport-related drowning and submersion without accident to watercraft
Absence or low individual and public risk
Water-transport-related drowning and submersion without accident to watercraft - what does this mean
Water-transport-related drowning and submersion without accident to watercraft is the result of a person being submerged in water for an extended period of time, usually due to a lack of proper safety measures or equipment. this can occur when people are swimming, fishing, or boating, and may be due to sudden changes in weather or currents, fatigue, or lack of knowledge about the water. in some cases, it may be due to an accident involving a boat or other watercraft.
What happens during the disease - water-transport-related drowning and submersion without accident to watercraft
Water-transport-related drowning and submersion without accident to watercraft is a condition caused by the disruption of the body's normal homeostatic balance due to the sudden immersion of the body in water. this can occur when a person is swimming, boating, or participating in other water-related activities without the proper safety precautions. the disruption of the homeostatic balance can lead to the body's inability to regulate its temperature, breathing, and other physiological functions, resulting in drowning or submersion.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Complete medical history and physical examination
- Laboratory tests such as complete blood count, electrolytes, and coagulation studies
- Imaging studies such as X-ray, CT scan, and MRI
- Electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Pulmonary function test (PFT)
- Echocardiogram (echo)
- Lung biopsy
- Environmental exposure assessment
- Toxicology screen
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treat Water-transport-related Drowning and Submersion without Accident to Watercraft
- Administer oxygen to the patient
- Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) if necessary
- Monitor the patient's vital signs
- Provide supportive care such as fluid resuscitation and medications
- Monitor for secondary complications such as hypothermia, infection, and pulmonary edema
- Perform imaging studies to assess for any underlying trauma
- Provide psychological support to the patient and family
- Provide education on water safety and drowning prevention
7 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Water-transport-related drowning and submersion without accident to watercraft - Prevention
To prevent water-transport-related drowning and submersion without accident to watercraft, it is important to ensure that all boats, ships, and other watercrafts are properly maintained and equipped with safety gear such as life jackets and floatation devices. it is also important to practice safe boating habits such as always having a designated driver, avoiding alcohol consumption, and avoiding night time boating. additionally, it is important to check weather and water conditions before going out on the water, and to be aware of any potential hazards.