S50-S59: Injuries to the elbow and forearm
S55: Injury of blood vessels at forearm level
Injuries to the blood vessels in the forearm area refer to a group of conditions resulting from trauma, typically due to accidents or surgical mishaps, leading to rupture, tear, or obstruction of the blood vessels. These blood vessels include arteries, which carry oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the forearm, and veins, that bring deoxygenated blood back to the heart. When these vessels are damaged, symptoms may include pain, swelling, bruising, or a cold feeling in the forearm. In severe cases, the forearm might appear pale due to insufficient blood supply, or turn blue because of deoxygenated blood pooling in the area. Over time, if left untreated, this injury can lead to tissue death. This group of conditions impacts the circulatory system and can rapidly progress, requiring immediate medical intervention.
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