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(W33) Rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge
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21 428 in individuals diagnosis rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge confirmed
4 599 deaths with diagnosis rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge
22% mortality rate associated with the disease rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge
Diagnosis rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge is diagnosed Men are 82.95% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge
3 482 (17.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge
1 117 (61.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge - Men aged 65-69 and Women aged 5-9
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 10-44, 50-79
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 45-49, 80-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 10-54, 60-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 5-9, 55-59
Disease Features rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge
Absence or low individual and public risk
Rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge - what does this mean
Firearm discharge occurs when a bullet is expelled from a gun, either by the action of a chemical propellant or by manual operation of a lever, slide, bolt, or other mechanism. the bullet is propelled through the barrel of the gun, and upon exiting the barrel, the bullet continues to travel until it reaches its intended target or until it has expended its kinetic energy.
What happens during the disease - rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge
Rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge cause tissue damage through the kinetic energy of the bullet or shot, as well as through the heat generated by the propellant gases. the severity of the injury depends on the type of firearm, the size of the projectile, the range of the shot, and the type of tissue affected. tissue damage can range from minor lacerations to severe trauma, including tissue disruption, organ damage, and even death.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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15 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge - Prevention
The prevention of rifle, shotgun and larger firearm discharge requires the use of safety precautions such as always keeping the gun pointed in a safe direction, ensuring that the gun is unloaded when not in use, and storing firearms and ammunition separately and securely. additionally, it is important to use hearing protection and to be aware of the potential for ricochet when shooting.