V44: Car occupant injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus
V44.4: Car occupant injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus : person injured while boarding or alighting
The diagnostic title "Car occupant injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus: person injured while boarding or alighting" refers to a specific type of personal injury sustained during a vehicular accident. This injury occurs when an individual, while in the process of getting in or out of a vehicle, is hurt due to a collision with a large transport vehicle such as a bus or truck. The nature of the injuries can be varied, ranging from minor bruises, sprains or strains to serious injuries like fractures, head injuries, or internal damage. Depending on the severity of the impact, individuals may also experience shock or psychological trauma. The progression of the condition entirely depends on the type and extent of injury and the appropriate medical intervention conducted soon after the accident.
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