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(Y20) Hanging, strangulation and suffocation, undetermined intent
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11 265 in individuals diagnosis hanging, strangulation and suffocation, undetermined intent confirmed
95 193 deaths with diagnosis hanging, strangulation and suffocation, undetermined intent
845% mortality rate associated with the disease hanging, strangulation and suffocation, undetermined intent
Diagnosis hanging, strangulation and suffocation, undetermined intent is diagnosed Prevalent in Men Only
11 265
Men receive the diagnosis hanging, strangulation and suffocation, undetermined intent
80 491 (714.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis hanging, strangulation and suffocation, undetermined intent
14 702 (Infinity %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease hanging, strangulation and suffocation, undetermined intent - Men aged 25-29 and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 10-14, 25-44, 50-54, 60-69, 80-84
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 15-24, 45-49, 55-59, 70-79, 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-95+
No Cases of the Disease Hanging, strangulation and suffocation, undetermined intent identified in Men
Disease Features hanging, strangulation and suffocation, undetermined intent
Absence or low individual and public risk
Hanging, strangulation and suffocation, undetermined intent - what does this mean
Hanging, strangulation and suffocation with undetermined intent are caused by external compression of the neck, resulting in a decrease in oxygen to the brain and other vital organs, leading to death. this can be caused by a variety of methods, such as hanging, strangulation, smothering, or even a combination of these methods. in cases of undetermined intent, it is difficult to determine the exact cause of death.
What happens during the disease - hanging, strangulation and suffocation, undetermined intent
The pathogenesis of hanging, strangulation and suffocation, undetermined intent can be described as a complex process that involves the compression of the neck, resulting in a decrease in the flow of oxygenated blood to the brain. this can result in a decrease in the level of consciousness, leading to death due to hypoxia. the exact cause of death can be difficult to determine, as it is often unclear if the act was intentional or accidental.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Obtain a detailed history of the incident.
- Conduct a physical examination of the body.
- Collect and analyze evidence from the scene.
- Perform a postmortem examination.
- Collect and analyze toxicology results.
- Conduct a psychological autopsy.
- Conduct a review of any relevant medical records.
- Interview family members, friends, and other witnesses.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treating Hanging, Strangulation and Suffocation, Undetermined Intent
- Provide medical attention and resuscitation if necessary.
- Provide mental health and emotional support.
- Provide education and information about the risks of hanging, strangulation, and suffocation.
- Provide education and information about the signs and symptoms of depression and suicide.
- Provide education and information about the importance of seeking help when needed.
- Provide education and information about the importance of seeking help from a mental health professional.
- Provide education and information about available resources and support systems.
- Provide education and information about the importance of seeking professional help if feeling overwhelmed.
- Provide education and information about the importance of seeking help from family and friends.
- Provide education and information about the importance of seeking help from a crisis hotline.
4 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Hanging, strangulation and suffocation, undetermined intent - Prevention
The best way to prevent hanging, strangulation and suffocation with undetermined intent is to ensure that individuals have access to mental health services, and to recognize the signs of suicidal ideation. this can be done by providing education to individuals on the warning signs of suicide, and by creating a supportive environment in which individuals feel comfortable discussing their mental health. additionally, it is important to remove any potential means of hanging, strangulation or suffocation from the home or environment.