XIX: Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
S60-S69: Injuries to the wrist and hand
Injuries to the wrist and hand encompass a variety of conditions resulting from trauma to these specific body parts. Typically, these injuries can occur from falls, accidents, sports activities, or repetitive movements that strain the muscles and joints. Symptoms may range from mild to severe and can include pain, swelling, bruising, and decreased range of motion or function. One might also experience numbness or tingling, which can suggest nerve involvement. The progression of these injuries can differ based on the severity and type of trauma. Minor injuries, like sprains, usually heal over time with rest, while more severe injuries such as fractures or dislocations may lead to ongoing issues if not treated properly. Any part of the wrist and hand can be affected, including the bones, joints, tendons, ligaments, muscles, and nerves.
Subcodes of S60-S69:
- S60: Superficial injury of wrist and hand
- S61: Open wound of wrist and hand
- S62: Fracture at wrist and hand level
- S63: Dislocation, sprain and strain of joints and ligaments at wrist and hand level
- S64: Injury of nerves at wrist and hand level
- S65: Injury of blood vessels at wrist and hand level
- S66: Injury of muscle and tendon at wrist and hand level
- S67: Crushing injury of wrist and hand
- S68: Traumatic amputation of wrist and hand
- S69: Other and unspecified injuries of wrist and hand
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