(W05) Fall involving wheelchair

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117 204 in individuals diagnosis fall involving wheelchair confirmed

11 457 deaths with diagnosis fall involving wheelchair

10% mortality rate associated with the disease fall involving wheelchair

Etiology Pathogenesis Clinical Pattern Diagnostics Treatment Prevention

Diagnosis fall involving wheelchair is diagnosed Women are 3.42% more likely than Men

56 600

Men receive the diagnosis fall involving wheelchair

4 999 (8.8 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

100

60 604

Women receive the diagnosis fall involving wheelchair

6 458 (10.7 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease fall involving wheelchair - Men aged 75-79 and Women aged 70-74

In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-19, 25-94

Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 20-24, 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 10-14, 20-24, 30-34, 45-49, 95+

In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 5-9, 15-19, 25-29, 35-44, 50-94

Disease Features fall involving wheelchair

Absence or low individual and public risk

Fall involving wheelchair - what does this mean

A fall involving a wheelchair typically occurs when the wheelchair user loses their balance, either due to a sudden movement or a misjudged turn, and the wheelchair tips over, causing the user to fall. in some cases, the wheelchair may also be pushed over by another person or object, resulting in a fall.

What happens during the disease - fall involving wheelchair

Fall involving wheelchair is a type of fall that occurs when a wheelchair user loses control of the wheelchair and falls off it. the primary cause of this type of fall is due to the user being unable to maintain balance and stability while in the wheelchair. this can be due to a variety of factors such as the user's physical limitations, improper use of the wheelchair, or environmental factors such as an uneven surface. other contributing factors may include the wheelchair not being properly adjusted for the user, or the user not being properly secured in the wheelchair. the resulting injuries from such falls can range from minor bruises and scrapes to more serious fractures and head trauma.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

Perform physical examination to assess for any injuries
Order imaging tests such as X-ray or CT scan to check for any fractures or dislocations
Order blood tests to evaluate for any internal bleeding
Order an electrocardiogram (ECG) to check for any heart abnormalities
Order a urinalysis to check for any infection
Order a neurologic examination to check for any neurological deficits
Order an MRI or CT scan to evaluate for any brain or spinal cord injuries

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main Goal: To treat the fall involving wheelchair

Evaluate the patient's physical condition.
Check for any signs of injury.
Check for any signs of spinal cord injury.
Check for any signs of nerve damage.
Check for any signs of head trauma.
Check for any signs of internal bleeding.
Check for any signs of broken bones.
Check for any signs of infection.
Check for any signs of muscle or joint damage.
Check for any signs of skin abrasions.
Check for any signs of soft tissue damage.
Provide proper medical treatment, if required.
Provide proper physical therapy, if required.
Provide proper psychological counseling, if required.
Provide proper rehabilitation, if required.
Provide proper follow-up care, if required.

28 Days of Hospitalization Required

Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Fall involving wheelchair - Prevention

To prevent falls involving wheelchairs, it is important to ensure that the wheelchair is regularly maintained and inspected for any damage or loose parts. wheelchair users should also be taught how to safely use the wheelchair and be aware of the risks associated with using it. it is also important to ensure that the wheelchair is used on a flat, even surface and that the user is wearing a seatbelt and other safety equipment.

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