V15.4: Pedal cyclist injured in collision with railway train or railway vehicle : driver injured in traffic accident

The condition described by ICD-10 V15.4 refers to an injury sustained by a pedal cyclist in a traffic accident involving a collision with a railway train or other railway vehicle. This type of injury typically results from a traffic accident where the cyclist and railway vehicle are in motion. The injury may vary in severity, ranging from minor bruises, lacerations or fractures to severe head trauma or multiple injuries depending upon the impact's force. The driver of the pedal cycle is the individual primarily affected. Visible signs of the condition may include visible wounds, bruising, or deformity, which are typically accompanied by pain. Other symptoms may not be immediately visible, such as internal bleeding or concussion, and may present as confusion, faintness, or other changes in physical or mental state. Hence, the evaluation of the extent of injuries is essential after such an accident for proper management.