(W45) Foreign body or object entering through skin

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256 737 in individuals diagnosis foreign body or object entering through skin confirmed

6 684 deaths with diagnosis foreign body or object entering through skin

3% mortality rate associated with the disease foreign body or object entering through skin

Etiology Pathogenesis Clinical Pattern Diagnostics Treatment Prevention

Diagnosis foreign body or object entering through skin is diagnosed Men are 44.12% more likely than Women

185 000

Men receive the diagnosis foreign body or object entering through skin

4 033 (2.2 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

100

71 737

Women receive the diagnosis foreign body or object entering through skin

2 651 (3.7 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease foreign body or object entering through skin - Men aged 35-39 and Women aged 0-5

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

Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 90-95+in in women, the disease manifests at any age

In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+

Disease Features foreign body or object entering through skin

Absence or low individual and public risk

Foreign body or object entering through skin - what does this mean

Foreign bodies or objects entering through skin is a common occurrence and can occur when a foreign body or object penetrates the skin, such as a splinter, thorn, insect bite, or a needle prick. this can cause a break in the skin, allowing bacteria to enter and cause an infection.

What happens during the disease - foreign body or object entering through skin

Foreign body or object entering through skin is a condition caused by the penetration of a foreign object or material into the skin. this can occur due to accidental penetration, such as stepping on a sharp object, or intentional penetration, such as a piercing. the foreign material can cause inflammation, infection, and/or tissue damage, depending on the size and type of material. in some cases, the foreign body may need to be surgically removed to prevent further damage.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

Physical examination of the area
X-ray or CT scan of the area
Ultrasound of the area
Endoscopy of the area
Biopsy of the area
Blood tests to check for infection

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main Goal: To remove the foreign body or object from the skin.

Assess the size and location of the foreign body or object.
Clean the area around the foreign body or object.
Apply a topical anesthetic to the area.
Make a small incision to expose the foreign body or object.
Using tweezers, gently remove the foreign body or object.
Clean the area again and apply a topical antibiotic.
Cover the area with a sterile dressing.
Monitor the area for signs of infection.

7 Days of Hospitalization Required

Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Foreign body or object entering through skin - Prevention

The best way to prevent foreign bodies or objects from entering through the skin is to always wear protective clothing and gloves when handling sharp objects, and to be mindful of the environment and any potential hazards. additionally, it is important to keep skin clean and dry and to inspect it regularly for any signs of cuts or wounds.

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