V45: Car occupant injured in collision with railway train or railway vehicle
V45.6: Car occupant injured in collision with railway train or railway vehicle : passenger injured in traffic accident
V45.6 refers specifically to a medical condition where a car occupant, such as a passenger, is injured in a collision with a railway train or railway vehicle during a traffic accident. Considering the scope of such accidents, the injuries sustained may vary greatly in severity and type, from minor to potentially life threatening. Depending on the specifics of the accident, injuries could range from superficial cuts and bruises to complex fractures, internal injuries, or traumatic brain injuries. The condition encompasses the immediate physical injuries as a result of the accident but does not include psychological or mental health impacts that may arise from being involved in such a traumatic event. Following the incident, the individual may need emergent, acute, or long-term care to manage and recover from their injuries sustained in the traffic accident.
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