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(W76) Other accidental hanging and strangulation
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10 632 in individuals diagnosis other accidental hanging and strangulation confirmed
7 920 deaths with diagnosis other accidental hanging and strangulation
75% mortality rate associated with the disease other accidental hanging and strangulation
Diagnosis other accidental hanging and strangulation is diagnosed Men are 36.23% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis other accidental hanging and strangulation
5 196 (71.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis other accidental hanging and strangulation
2 724 (80.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other accidental hanging and strangulation - Men aged 10-14 and Women aged 20-24
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 10-24, 60-69
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 5-9, 25-59, 70-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-19, 25-64, 70-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 20-24, 65-69
Disease Features other accidental hanging and strangulation
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other accidental hanging and strangulation - what does this mean
Other accidental hanging and strangulation occurs when an individual is unintentionally suspended in the air by a ligature around their neck, causing a lack of oxygen to the brain and ultimately leading to death. the ligature can be anything from a rope, cord, or clothing, and can be caused by a variety of activities such as playing on playground equipment, getting caught in window blind cords, or getting tangled in bedding.
What happens during the disease - other accidental hanging and strangulation
Other accidental hanging and strangulation is a condition that occurs when an individual is inadvertently suspended or choked due to an external force. this can occur from activities such as sports, entrapment in clothing, or entanglement in objects. the condition can cause severe physical trauma, including asphyxiation, fractures, and tissue damage due to the pressure of the external force. in severe cases, death can occur due to oxygen deprivation or cardiac arrest.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Perform a physical examination of the patient
- Review the patient's medical history
- Obtain laboratory tests, such as a complete blood count (CBC), electrolyte panel, and arterial blood gas (ABG) tests
- Perform imaging tests, such as a computed tomography (CT) scan or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan
- Conduct a psychological evaluation
- Check for signs of trauma, such as bruising or fractured bones
- Administer an electrocardiogram (ECG) to check for heart rhythm abnormalities
- Conduct a laryngoscopy to assess damage to the larynx
- Perform an endoscopy to examine the esophagus
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To provide medical treatment for other accidental hanging and strangulation.
- Provide emergency medical care and resuscitation if necessary.
- Administer oxygen as needed.
- Monitor vital signs and oxygen saturation.
- Perform a physical examination to assess for any physical injuries.
- Perform a neurological examination to assess for any neurological injury.
- Administer medications as needed for pain, anxiety, and/or sedation.
- Perform imaging studies as indicated.
- Perform a laryngoscopy to assess for any vocal cord injury.
- Perform a tracheoscopy to assess for any tracheal injury.
- Perform a bronchoscopy to assess for any bronchial injury.
- Provide airway management as needed.
- Provide nutritional support as needed.
- Provide psychological support as needed.
- Provide follow-up care as needed.
7 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Other accidental hanging and strangulation - Prevention
The best way to prevent accidental hanging and strangulation is to keep hazardous objects and materials out of reach of children, such as ropes, cords, and cords on window blinds. additionally, it is important to supervise children when they are playing, especially in areas where they could potentially get tangled in cords or ropes. finally, it is important to teach children about the dangers of hanging and strangulation.