(W68) Drowning and submersion following fall into swimming-pool

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15 451 in individuals diagnosis drowning and submersion following fall into swimming-pool confirmed
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4 377 deaths with diagnosis drowning and submersion following fall into swimming-pool
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28% mortality rate associated with the disease drowning and submersion following fall into swimming-pool

Diagnosis drowning and submersion following fall into swimming-pool is diagnosed Men are 64.18% more likely than Women

12 684

Men receive the diagnosis drowning and submersion following fall into swimming-pool

3 054 (24.1 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis drowning and submersion following fall into swimming-pool

1 323 (47.8 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease drowning and submersion following fall into swimming-pool - Men and Women aged 0-5

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-9, 15-19, 25-34, 40-44, 80-84
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 10-14, 20-24, 35-39, 45-79, 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 5-19, 25-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 20-24

Disease Features drowning and submersion following fall into swimming-pool

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Drowning and submersion following fall into swimming-pool - what does this mean

Drowning and submersion following a fall into a swimming-pool occurs when a person falls into a body of water, such as a swimming-pool, and is unable to get out due to the water's depth and lack of safety features. the person may be unable to swim or become disoriented and unable to find a way out. if the person does not receive help in a timely manner, they may suffer from oxygen deprivation and other medical complications.

What happens during the disease - drowning and submersion following fall into swimming-pool

Drowning and submersion following a fall into a swimming pool is caused by a lack of oxygen to the brain due to the immersion of the body in the water. this lack of oxygen can cause serious and potentially fatal damage to the brain, as the body is unable to absorb oxygen from the water. additionally, if the person is unable to swim or is unconscious, they are unable to reach the surface for air, leading to further deprivation of oxygen to the brain.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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12 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Drowning and submersion following fall into swimming-pool - Prevention

To prevent drowning and submersion following a fall into swimming-pools, it is important to ensure that safety measures are in place such as lifeguards, safety equipment, and barriers around the pool. additionally, it is important to practice safe swimming habits such as never swimming alone, and always staying within arm's reach of a supervising adult. finally, it is important to ensure that everyone in the pool is aware of the risks associated with swimming and is taking proper precautions.