(W77) Threat to breathing due to cave-in, falling earth and other substances

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15 471 in individuals diagnosis threat to breathing due to cave-in, falling earth and other substances confirmed
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6 626 deaths with diagnosis threat to breathing due to cave-in, falling earth and other substances
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43% mortality rate associated with the disease threat to breathing due to cave-in, falling earth and other substances

Diagnosis threat to breathing due to cave-in, falling earth and other substances is diagnosed Men are 46.34% more likely than Women

11 320

Men receive the diagnosis threat to breathing due to cave-in, falling earth and other substances

6 148 (54.3 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis threat to breathing due to cave-in, falling earth and other substances

478 (11.5 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease threat to breathing due to cave-in, falling earth and other substances - Men aged 50-54 and Women aged 0

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 5-9, 15-19, 25-34, 45-54
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 10-14, 20-24, 35-44, 55-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-34, 40-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 35-39

Disease Features threat to breathing due to cave-in, falling earth and other substances

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Threat to breathing due to cave-in, falling earth and other substances - what does this mean

A cave-in, falling earth, or other substances can cause a life-threatening disruption to breathing due to airway obstruction or compression of the chest. the resulting airway blockage can lead to a decrease in oxygen intake and an increase in carbon dioxide concentration in the blood, which can lead to hypoxia and other life-threatening complications.

What happens during the disease - threat to breathing due to cave-in, falling earth and other substances

The pathogenesis of this condition is likely due to the physical trauma of the cave-in, falling earth, and other substances, which can cause a disruption of the normal respiratory system. this disruption can cause an obstruction of the airways, leading to decreased oxygen intake and increased carbon dioxide retention, leading to hypoxia and hypercapnia. this can lead to respiratory failure, which can be life threatening.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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

Threat to breathing due to cave-in, falling earth and other substances - Prevention

The best way to prevent threats to breathing due to cave-ins, falling earth, and other substances is to ensure that all underground worksites are properly inspected and maintained. all workers should be trained in proper safety procedures and the use of protective equipment. additionally, the use of ventilation systems should be employed to reduce the risk of exposure to hazardous airborne particles.