V25: Motorcycle rider injured in collision with railway train or railway vehicle

V25.9: Motorcycle rider injured in collision with railway train or railway vehicle : unspecified motorcycle rider injured in traffic accident

The condition represented by the ICD-10 code V25.9 refers to an unspecified motorcycle rider who was injured in a traffic accident due to a collision with a railway train or railway vehicle. This situation arises when a motorcyclist, for a variety of possible reasons such as reduced visibility, malfunctioning train signals, or rider inattention, collides with a vehicle associated with a railway system. Injuries from such incidents can vary widely in severity and can affect any part of the body, but are often severe due to the fast speed and high impact force involved. Common injuries can range from minor bruises and cuts to significant injuries such as broken bones, head trauma, internal injuries, or even fatal injuries. Motorcyclists are particularly vulnerable in such accidents due to the lack of physical protection compared to those in enclosed vehicles.