V54.6: Occupant of pick-up truck or van injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle or bus : passenger injured in traffic accident

This condition describes a situation where a passenger in a pick-up truck or van gets injured due to a collision with a heavy transport vehicle or bus in a traffic accident. The severity and nature of injuries can vary significantly depending upon the dynamics of the collision such as speed, impact area, safety measures in place, and the health condition of the occupant. The injuries sustained could be physical, ranging from minor cuts and bruises to severe injuries impacting critical areas like the head, neck, spine, or could involve internal injuries affecting vital organs. The individual may experience pain, discomfort, visible wounds, dizziness, and in severe cases, loss of consciousness or altered mental state. It is not a disease or transmissible condition, but an event causing potential harm to the health of the individual involved.