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(W67) Drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool
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20 754 in individuals diagnosis drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool confirmed
5 145 deaths with diagnosis drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool
25% mortality rate associated with the disease drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool
Diagnosis drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool is diagnosed Men are 20.00% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool
3 339 (26.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool
1 806 (21.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool - Men and Women aged 0-5
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-9, 15-19, 65-74
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 10-14, 20-64, 75-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 10-19, 25-59, 65-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-9, 20-24, 60-64
Disease Features drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool
Absence or low individual and public risk
Drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool - what does this mean
Drowning and submersion while in swimming-pools is a form of accidental drowning which occurs when an individual is submerged in the water and unable to breathe. it is usually caused by a lack of swimming skills or other factors such as fatigue, intoxication, or medical conditions. it can also be caused by a lack of lifeguard supervision or inadequate safety measures such as fencing or pool alarms.
What happens during the disease - drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool
Drowning and submersion while in swimming-pools is caused by a lack of oxygen to the brain due to the inhalation of water or other liquids. this lack of oxygen causes the brain to shut down, resulting in unconsciousness and eventually death if the individual is not rescued in time. this can be caused by a variety of factors, including fatigue, a lack of swimming ability, or a medical condition that affects balance or coordination.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Conduct a physical examination of the patient.
- Take a detailed medical history.
- Order laboratory tests such as complete blood count, electrolytes, and liver function tests.
- Conduct a chest X-ray.
- Perform an electrocardiogram.
- Conduct an echocardiogram.
- Perform a computed tomography (CT) scan of the chest.
- Perform a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of the chest.
- Perform a laryngoscopy.
- Perform an arterial blood gas analysis.
- Perform a bronchoscopy.
- Perform a pulmonary angiogram.
- Perform a bronchoalveolar lavage.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To treat the effects of drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool.
- Administer oxygen to the patient.
- Monitor the patient's vital signs.
- Administer cardiac resuscitation if necessary.
- Provide supportive care and treatments to ensure the patient's comfort.
- Administer medications to prevent and treat any secondary infections.
- Monitor the patient's neurological status.
- Provide physical therapy to help the patient regain strength and movement.
- Provide psychological support to help the patient cope with the trauma.
12 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool - Prevention
The best way to prevent drowning and submersion while in a swimming-pool is to ensure that all swimmers are supervised by a responsible adult at all times, and that safety equipment such as life jackets and other flotation devices are available and used. additionally, all swimmers should be taught basic water safety rules, such as not swimming alone, not swimming in areas above their skill level, and not diving into shallow water.