(W25) Contact with sharp glass

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774 536 in individuals diagnosis contact with sharp glass confirmed

4 244 deaths with diagnosis contact with sharp glass

1% mortality rate associated with the disease contact with sharp glass

Etiology Pathogenesis Clinical Pattern Diagnostics Treatment Prevention

Diagnosis contact with sharp glass is diagnosed Men are 34.11% more likely than Women

519 346

Men receive the diagnosis contact with sharp glass

2 530 (0.5 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

100

255 190

Women receive the diagnosis contact with sharp glass

1 714 (0.7 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease contact with sharp glass - Men aged 20-24 and Women aged 15-19

In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89

Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 85-95+

In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-84

Disease Features contact with sharp glass

Absence or low individual and public risk

Contact with sharp glass - what does this mean

Contact with sharp glass can lead to a laceration, which is a cut or tear in the skin. this can occur when a person is cut by glass or other sharp objects, resulting in a wound that needs to be treated to prevent infection.

What happens during the disease - contact with sharp glass

The pathogenesis of contact with sharp glass begins with the initial contact of the tissue with the glass. this contact causes a puncture wound to the tissue, which may lead to bleeding and infection. if the glass is contaminated with bacteria, this can lead to further infection and inflammation. if the glass is left in place, it can cause further damage to the tissue, leading to further infection, inflammation, and even necrosis.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

Take a detailed medical history and physical examination.
Order a complete blood count (CBC) to check for signs of infection.
Order a blood chemistry panel to check for signs of infection.
Order a urinalysis to check for signs of infection.
Order a chest X-ray to rule out any underlying conditions.
Order a CT scan of the affected area to identify any foreign objects.
Order an electrocardiogram (ECG) to check for any heart problems.
Order an MRI of the affected area to further investigate the injury.
Order a skin biopsy to check for signs of infection.
Perform an ultrasound to check for any internal bleeding.
Perform a tissue culture to identify any bacteria present.

Additions:

Perform a skin swab to check for bacterial presence.
Perform a wound culture to identify any bacteria present.

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal of the treatment: Treating the disease caused by contact with sharp glass.

Perform a thorough physical examination and take a detailed medical history.
Clean and dress any wounds.
Administer antibiotics to prevent infection.
Provide tetanus immunization if needed.
Prescribe pain medications to relieve discomfort.
Monitor the patient for signs of infection.
Refer the patient to a specialist if needed.

7 Days of Hospitalization Required

Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Contact with sharp glass - Prevention

The best way to prevent contact with sharp glass is to ensure that all glass items are stored safely and securely, and that any broken glass is disposed of immediately and carefully. wear protective gloves and eyewear when handling glass, and avoid walking barefoot in areas where glass may be present.

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