(W87) Exposure to unspecified electric current

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109 693 in individuals diagnosis exposure to unspecified electric current confirmed
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11 799 deaths with diagnosis exposure to unspecified electric current
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11% mortality rate associated with the disease exposure to unspecified electric current

Diagnosis exposure to unspecified electric current is diagnosed Men are 49.27% more likely than Women

81 868

Men receive the diagnosis exposure to unspecified electric current

10 177 (12.4 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis exposure to unspecified electric current

1 622 (5.8 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease exposure to unspecified electric current - Men aged 20-24 and Women aged 0-5

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-64, 70-84
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 65-69, 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 65-69, 80-89, 95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-64, 70-79, 90-94

Disease Features exposure to unspecified electric current

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Exposure to unspecified electric current - what does this mean

Exposure to unspecified electric current can cause a range of medical conditions, including burns, nerve damage, and cardiac arrest. depending on the type and strength of the current, the effects can range from minor muscle contractions to severe burns and even death.

What happens during the disease - exposure to unspecified electric current

Exposure to electric current can cause a range of symptoms depending on the intensity, duration, and type of current. electrical current can cause tissue damage due to thermal, chemical, and electrical effects. thermal effects cause tissue heating and can lead to burns, while chemical effects can cause electrolyte imbalance and local tissue destruction. electrical effects can cause muscle contraction, cardiac arrhythmias, and seizures. all of these effects can lead to tissue damage and organ dysfunction, as well as long-term neurological and cognitive deficits.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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

Exposure to unspecified electric current - Prevention

To prevent exposure to unspecified electric current, it is important to ensure that all electrical devices and outlets are properly grounded and that all electrical wiring is up to code. additionally, it is important to avoid contact with exposed wiring, and to ensure that all cords and plugs are in good condition. lastly, it is important to avoid using electrical devices near water or in wet conditions.